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drduckworth@specortho.com.au

Wahroonga & Norwest

02 9806 3333

drduckworth@specortho.com.au

Wahroonga & Norwest

02 9806 3333

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Dr Duckworth specialises in the repair of the following shoulder conditions

Rotator Cuff Tears

An injury to the rotator cuff is a common cause of shoulder weakness.

AC Joint Dislocations

AC joint dislocations occur most commonly when one falls directly on the point of the shoulder.

Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder

The shoulder is the most mobile of all joints. Unfortunately it can wear out, which is known as shoulder osteoarthritis.

Subscapularis Tears

Subscapularis tendon tears deserve a special mention as they can occur in isolation from the other tendons which make up the rotator cuff.

Proximal Humerus Fractures

A fracture of the proximal humerus is more common in elderly individuals with osteoporosis. However it can occur in any age group if you fall the wrong way.

Shoulder surgical procedures

Rotator Cuff Repairs

The goal of the surgical repair of the rotator cuff defect is to establish the connection between the torn tendon and the bone.

Acromio-Clavicular(AC) Joint Reconstructions

AC joint reconstructions are reserved for dislocations with unacceptable deformity and collapse of the shoulder joint.

Proximal Humerus Fracture Surgery

Most proximal humerus fractures are minimally displaced and can be treated non-operatively. Surgery may be necessary in displaced fractures.

Subscapularis Repairs

I prefer to repair the subscapularis tendon through a small incision 3 to 4 cm long at the front of the shoulder. This is called a mini open repair and gives excellent exposure of the tendon.