Expert Shoulder Surgeon Serving Los Angeles & Van Nuys
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia is an orthopedic surgeon that specializes in shoulder surgery.
Why Choose Dr. Raj Ahluwalia as your Shoulder Surgeon?
There are many factors to consider when choosing the best shoulder surgeon to guide you through the surgery process.
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia is one of Los Angeles’s top orthopedic surgeons for shoulder surgery. Double board-certified in both orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, he is an orthopedic specialist with Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia completed a fellowship specifically in shoulder surgery – making him uniquely qualified to treat your shoulder pain.
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia is experienced with the most up-to-date, minimally-invasive surgical techniques to manage shoulder conditions and has performed a wide variety of procedures to treat shoulder pain.
Experiencing shoulder pain? Consider seeing a shoulder surgeon.
Shoulder pain is one of the most commonly diagnosed and treated orthopedic conditions, and is defined as any level of discomfort in or around the area of the shoulder joint. If you are experiencing shoulder symptoms like the ones listed below, it may be time to make an appointment with a physician for further evaluation:
Reasons to Seek Out Treatment
- Loss of or limited range of motion
- Sudden onset of unexpected, intense shoulder pain
- Grinding sensation when moving your shoulder
- Pain that radiates down to your elbow
- Muscle stiffness and weakness
- Inflammation that doesn’t go away
- Shoulder aches or is tender
As noted, symptoms of shoulder pain can be sudden and sharp, or more mild, like a dull ache or tenderness that gradually builds over time. If you’ve experienced a sports shoulder injury, shoulder accident, or are suffering from a shoulder condition, shoulder surgeon Dr. Raj Ahluwalia offers complete diagnosis and treatment.
Conditions Treated with Shoulder Surgery in Los Angeles
If you are currently experiencing any of these issues, you may benefit from shoulder surgery. Surgeries for the following injuries and conditions are performed in our Los Angeles & Van Nuys location:
- Arthritis
- Clavicle injuries
- Fractures
- Joint instability
- Osteophyte (bone spur) in shoulder
- Pinched nerve in shoulder
- Rotator cuff tear or damage
- Shoulder bursitis
- Strained ligaments
- Shoulder separation or dislocation
- Tendonitis (medically referred to as tendinitis)
Contact Dr. Raj Ahluwalia, an expert shoulder surgeon in Los Angeles & Van Nuys. Virtual & In-Person appointments available.
Shoulder Surgeries offered in our Los Angeles & Van Nuys location
Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery
Cuff Repair Surgery is an arthroscopic, or minimally invasive, procedure. It is done to help restore the function and flexibility of the shoulder while relieving the accompanying pain. This rotator cuff is made up of a network of four muscles and tendons that come together around the head of the humerus, or upper arm bone. Most rotator cuff injuries are a result of chronic wear and tear or repetitive stress, rather than one specific incident.
Capsular Release
Capsular Release is an arthroscopic procedure that is commonly used to alleviate a frozen shoulder. A frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joint as stiff bands of tissue develop in the shoulder capsule. Surgical treatment involves cutting through the stiffened tissue in order to release the shoulder and restore range of motion.
Labral Repair
Labral Repair uses arthroscopic techniques to repair tears to the labrum. The labrum is a rim of cartilage that surrounds the shoulder socket and helps stabilize it. Surgery is done on the labrum to repair the torn areas and correct any problems using anchors and/or sutures.
Total Shoulder Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement helps restore comfort and function to shoulders that have suffered long-term wear and tear due to degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis. Over 50,000 total shoulder replacements are performed each year. The procedure involves removing the damaged parts of the shoulder and replacing them with artificial prosthetic components.
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty is similar to a total shoulder replacement except that it is used to replace a shoulder joint in which the damage is isolated to one part of the joint or the socket is too worn to replace or there is rotator cuff disease along with the arthritis. In this case, the ball part of the joint is removed while the socket part is left intact.
Shoulder Fracture Surgery
Shoulder Fracture Surgery or broken shoulder surgery, is an open surgery that is often done through a small incision measuring just a few inches in the front of the shoulder. These incisions give the surgeon access to the underlying shoulder structure. Once here, the surgeon is able to assess the condition of the shoulder and reassemble the fractured shoulder bone pieces and fix them with a plate and screws.
What Happens After Shoulder Surgery?
Recovery time from shoulder surgery depends on a variety of factors, including the type of surgery performed and how healthy you were before the surgery. After shoulder surgery, you will most likely be prescribed physical therapy to help regain movement and range of motion in your shoulder. To help reduce the risk of further injury, we may recommend continuing working with a physical therapist even after your normal functioning returns. No matter what type of treatment you need, shoulder surgeon Dr. Raj Ahluwalia will provide detailed guidelines for you to follow for a safe and successful recovery and rehabilitation period. If you are ready for an expert shoulder surgeon’s opinion on your shoulder pain and want to discuss your surgical treatment options, make an appointment online or call our LA and Van Nuys office to get started.
Am I a Candidate for Shoulder Surgery?
As medicine, equipment, and technology advances, more people are turning to shoulder surgeons to treat and manage their shoulder pain. A variety of shoulder surgeries can now be performed on an outpatient basis with minimally invasive techniques that result in faster recovery times and little complications. To determine if shoulder surgery is the right fit for you, explore the following questions then meet with a physician to determine if shoulder surgery is an appropriate option.What is the cause of your pain? What does it feel like?How does your shoulder pain affect your routine activities?Do other forms of treatment provide adequate relief from your shoulder pain?
