Preparing for Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Orthopaedic Evaluation
- A medical history - To assess general fitness
- A physical examination - This will assess shoulder motion, stability, strength, and overall limb alignment.
- X-rays - These images help to determine the extent of damage and deformity in your shoulder.
- Other tests - Occasionally advanced imaging such as a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, may be needed to determine the condition of the bone and soft tissues of your shoulder.
Tests For operative fitness: Several tests, such as blood and urine samples, and an electrocardiogram, may be needed to help your orthopedic surgeon plan your surgery.
Medications: Tell your orthopedic surgeon about the medications you are taking. He or she will tell you which medications you should stop taking and which you should continue to take before surgery.
Dental Evaluation: Although the incidence of infection after shoulder replacement is very low, an infection can occur if bacteria enter your bloodstream. To reduce the risk of infection, major dental procedures (such as tooth extractions and periodontal work) should be completed before your total shoulder replacement surgery.
Urinary Evaluations:
People with a history of recent or frequent urinary infections should have a urological evaluation before surgery. Older men with prostate disease should consider completing the required treatment before undertaking shoulder replacement surgery.
Home and Social Planning:
- The movement will be restricted and there will be a sling in the shoulder for 2-3 weeks you may plan the things to work with one hand.
- Keep the loose clothes ready with front buttons for easy movement.
- Driving will not be allowed for a specific period depending on the period of recovery.
These instructions for tests and other care are basic, discuss them with Dr. Sachin 
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