Shoulder Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive shoulder arthroscopy for rotator cuff tears, labral injuries, and impingement in Forest Hills, Queens with Dr. Manouel.
About Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that allows Dr. Mehran Manouel to diagnose and treat shoulder conditions through small incisions using a camera and specialized instruments. At M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group in Forest Hills, Queens, shoulder arthroscopy is used to repair rotator cuff tears, fix labral tears (including SLAP lesions), remove bone spurs causing impingement, treat frozen shoulder, address biceps tendon problems, and remove loose bodies from the joint. Compared to traditional open shoulder surgery, arthroscopy typically involves less tissue disruption, smaller incisions, reduced post-operative pain, and faster recovery. Dr. Manouel has performed shoulder arthroscopy for more than two decades, treating overhead athletes, manual laborers, and seniors whose shoulder problems limit daily activities. For patients with chronic shoulder pain that has not responded to physical therapy, injections, or rest, arthroscopy provides both a definitive diagnosis and a same-day repair when indicated.
What to Expect
Your Visit, Step by Step
Before surgery, Dr. Manouel reviews your imaging, discusses the expected findings, and explains the planned repairs. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis under regional nerve block and light sedation. Two to four small incisions (portals) are made around the shoulder. A camera displays the joint on a monitor, and specialized instruments perform the repair. After surgery, the arm is placed in a sling. Physical therapy begins within one to two weeks and progresses through range-of-motion, strengthening, and sport-specific phases over three to six months depending on the repair performed.
Who Is This For?
Shoulder arthroscopy is for patients with rotator cuff tears, labral tears, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, or recurring shoulder instability who have not improved with conservative treatment. It is commonly performed for athletes, manual laborers, and older adults whose shoulder pain limits overhead activities, sleep, or daily function.
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