Shoulder Stabilization
We are one of the leading orthopaedic surgery clinics for medical tourists in the European Union. We are proud of the fact that over 90 % of our patients come from the UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, the United States, Canada and other countries.
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- shoulder stabilization surgery:
- bankart method – 2.875 £
- latarjet method – 2.875 £
- shoulder implants – from 155 £
- MRI performed in 1 day – 155 £
- accommodation with medical care – from 62 £ per night
- consultation with the surgeon
- necessary health tests
- surgery
- implant
- anaesthesia
- hospitalisation
- 24/7 personal assistance during your stay
- transfers to / from the airport, hotel and clinic
- all documents translated to English
Get your surgery for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.
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Nordorthopaedics Center Of Excellence
Our surgeon Arnoldas Sipavicius
- More than 10 years of experience
- Specialises in arthroscopies, osteotomy surgeries and knee deformities
- ATLS Certificate
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Refund for EU patients
Get your surgery for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.
Rehabilitation packages
One of the most important factors for a quick and full recovery after surgery is proper rehabilitation. Rehabilitation helps recover after surgery as well as prevents formation of blood clots and helps avoid most of the postoperative complications and side effects. We offer two different rehabilitation packages:
Outpatient rehabilitation in Kaunas with a physiotherapist. The rehabilitation clinic is equipped with modern facilities. Individual rehabilitation programs are prepared by a kinesiologist with over 20 years of experience, Prof. Laimonas Siupsinskas. This type of rehabilitation is best suited for people who are physically active, athletes and those wishing to return to sports as soon as possible.
Rehabilitation in Kaunas – € 100 / £ 86 for one 1 h physiotherapy session per day.
- personalized rehabilitation course;
- specialist who is also a physiotherapist for Lithuanian Men’s National Basketball Team;
- all required medication;
- transportation to/from the rehabilitation clinic;
- read more about outpatient rehabilitation in Kaunas.
Inpatient rehabilitation at SPA resort in Druskininkai. It is equipped with modern facilities. The professionals there have years of experience working with people after various surgeries and injuries.
Rehabilitation at SPA resort in Druskininkai – from € 190 / £ 160 per day
- personalized rehabilitation course;
- room with TV and private bathroom;
- three meals a day;
- all medication needed;
- transportation to/from the rehabilitation centre;
- read more about inpatient rehabilitation in Druskininkai.
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11 reasons that make us the most popular orthopaedic clinic abroad
One of the most important factors for a quick and full recovery after surgery is proper rehabilitation. Usually, clinics are not able to offer this due to costs savings. Our patients can choose between two inpatient and outpatient options: rehabilitation with a physiotherapist of the Lithuanian national basketball team, prof. L. Siupsinskas or rehabilitation at a medical SPA.
Our team of 5 orthopaedic surgeons has 10-20 years of experience in the field in total performing over 1.000 different orthopaedic surgeries per year. Moreover, our surgeons are members of various prestigious surgical societies both Lithuanian and international. Our leading joint replacement surgeon S. Tarasevicius is an author of 150 scientific publications in different medical journals, who has performed more than 3.500 joint replacement surgeries during 15+ years of his professional experience.
We are one of the leading orthopaedic surgery clinics for medical tourists in the European Union. We are proud of the fact that over 90 % of our patients come from the UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, the United States, Canada and other countries.
One of the world’s leading medical technology companies and orthopaedic implant manufacturers, Smith & Nephew, have chosen Nordorthopaedics as Center of Excellence in the Baltic States.
We are trusted by our patients and we appreciate all the reviews and feedback collected over the years. Find more than 150 testimonials here or on Google.
Already more than 1.500 of our former, current and future patients joined our online community with the aim to build a space for opinions and mutual support. Members are welcome to share experiences about their visit to the clinic and to discuss all surgery-related matters. No other orthopaedic clinic can offer such group support.
Being a true member of the International Society of Arthroplasty Registries, Lithuania is one of the leaders in low joint replacement revision rates, as only 9% of surgeries in Lithuania require revision in 10 years after surgery. Moreover, with the implants used at our clinic, only 2-3% of surgeries require revision in 10 years after surgery, while revision rates in some other Western countries, for example, USA, is as high as 17% in 10 years after surgery. The implants used at our clinic have been evaluated by other countries’ registries as those ensuring longest implant life, as compared to products of other manufacturers. Moreover, thanks to our active participation in collecting data for the registries, the surgical technique used at our clinic ensures best surgical outcomes.
Our clinic is seen on different media mentions like: BBC News, BBC Radio, The Telegraph, MailOnline, Winnipeg Free Press, CTV News, CBC, RTE Radio, itv.
Our clinic works according to the highest standards set by the European Union. This helps to guarantee the quality of medical services. We care about the safety, comfort and successful results of our patients from all over the world.
The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.
We provide customer service in 9 foreign languages including English, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Italian, Spanish, French, Russian, Polish. Everyone in our clinic speaks English, including nurses, assistants and the surgeon.
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Our clinic uses implants based on their performance in international registries.
Being a true member of the International Society of Arthroplasty Registries, Lithuania is one of the leaders in low joint replacement revision rates, as only 9% of surgeries in Lithuania require revision in 10 years after surgery. Moreover, with the implants used at our clinic, only 2-3% of surgeries require revision in 10 years after surgery, while revision rates in some other Western countries, for example, USA, is as high as 17% in 10 years after surgery. The implants used at our clinic have been evaluated by other countries’ registries as those ensuring longest implant life, as compared to products of other manufacturers. Read more here.
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What is shoulder instability? What are its symptoms and what causes it?
The shoulder is a highly mobile joint which makes it highly prone to injury and dislocation. When the upper arm ligaments, muscles, and tendons, fail to provide proper support, the upper arm bone (a humerus) is more likely to slip out of the “socket” part of the joint. Shoulder instability symptoms are pain in the shoulder, numbness in the outer part of the arm, and feeling like the shoulder “gives way”.
The main shoulder instability causes are traumatic falls on a straight arm, direct blow to the shoulder, and holding the arms overhead for prolonged periods of time (e.g., painting the walls). If shoulder instability remains untreated, the person risks developing repeated dislocations, ongoing pain and stiffness, and nerve and blood vessels damage.
Who is at risk for shoulder instability?
Shoulder instability affects 2% of the general population. Physically active males in the third decade of life carry a significantly higher risk for shoulder instability and recurrent dislocation. Dislocations among women become more common with age and often happen due to falling on the outstretched hand.
How is shoulder instability treated?
Shoulder instability is first addressed with non-surgical methods. Conservative treatment involves active modification (avoiding activities that aggravate the symptoms), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. naproxen or ibuprofen), and physical therapy (strengthening the muscles to improve shoulder control). However, surgery is often necessary to repair unstable shoulder joints because of unacceptably high rates of recurrent shoulder instability after conservative treatment alone.
Surgery is recommended for those patients who are not willing to avoid shoulder instability-provoking activities or sports, and for those who experience daily shoulder instability episodes (e.g. dressing, playing with the kids). Shoulder instability surgery is most often performed arthroscopically when a few small incisions are made in the shoulder to insert a tiny camera and surgical instruments. Severe shoulder instability requires open surgery when a long incision is made to gain full access to the shoulder joint.
Who is a good shoulder stabilization surgery candidate?
Good shoulder instability surgery candidates are those patients who experience significant pain, chronic dislocations, and have tried to improve their condition with non-surgical measures, like individualized physical therapy.
How is shoulder stabilization surgery performed?
Shoulder instability surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and takes approximately 1-2 hours. Surgery is minimally invasive since it is performed arthroscopically through a few “key-hole” incisions in the shoulder. There are a few types of surgeries to stabilize the shoulder.
Capsular shift is a surgical technique to tighten the loose joint capsule and ligaments. It is like tucking loose fabric and sewing the overlapping parts together.
Labral repair, also known as Bankart repair, is a procedure that is done to repair the tears in the ridge of the “socket” part of the joint. The surgeon removes the frayed edges and other loose parts that may get in the way of the joint movements.
Latarjet procedure is chosen when there is significant bone loss due to repeated joint dislocations. The surgeon takes a bone graft from another area of the joint and uses screws to place it into the worn-out area of the joint.
Possible complications
Based on the review of the literature, shoulder instability surgery is a safe and effective treatment option. The incidence of complications is quite low and experienced orthopaedic surgeons and staff do everything to provide the highest quality care and the best results for our patients. Some of the postoperative complications may include recurrent joint instability, limited joint motion, deep vein thrombosis, or neurovascular injuries.
Recovery and rehabilitation after the surgery. Returning to sports and other activities
Patients should not move the shoulder or arm above the head, across the body, and in the opposite direction as the surgical site.
Return to work is possible in 1 to 2 weeks and manual work can be resumed in 3 to 4 weeks. Driving is allowed in 4 to 6 weeks or once the operated arm is no longer in a brace. At home, pain is controlled with anti-inflammatory drugs, like naproxen or ibuprofen.
The primary goals of the first phase are not to disrupt the surgical repair and begin improving joint range of motion. Patients are recommended to rest properly and focus on protecting the surgical site and healing of the involved tissues. Within 3 to 7 days, patients can use the operated arm to eat or write. Patients also begin guided physical therapy which includes exercises that improve shoulder stability and range of motion.
The goal of the second phase is to gradually improve range of motion and dynamic stabilization of the shoulder. If necessary, gentle manual therapy may be utilized to address joint capsule restriction. Physical therapy exercises progress to overhead positions and include complex movement patterns.
The focus of the third rehabilitation stage is on normalizing strength, improving neuromuscular control, achieving dynamic stability, and developing power required for demanding sports. A clear time-frame for a return to high impact activities has yet to be established, and so, individual recommendations are based on consistent surveillance of the patient’s exercise tolerance. At least 12 weeks should pass from surgery until initiation of sports. Athletes can expect to return to competition in 4 to 6 months post-op.
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