What does a Shoulder orthopaedic surgeon do?

Orthopedic shoulder specialists treat all types of shoulder injuries and conditions that may be caused by Arthritis, Bursitis (inflammation around the joint), or Tendonitis (inflammation of the tendons).

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Shoulder orthopaedic surgeon?

Investigations like Blood tests, X-rays, Bone scan, Computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Positron emission tomography (PET) or PET-CT scan, Biopsy are required.

What are the typical symptoms of a shoulder injury?

The typical symptom is the pain in the shoulder that becomes worse with movement and pain, swelling, or bleeding around the joint.

Can you wear a bra after shoulder surgery?

It is advised to wear a bra that has a front closure.

Can you use your hand after shoulder surgery?

You may use your wrist, hand, and elbow for daily activities which includes eating, shaving, dressing, as long as you do not move your operated arm away from your body and it does not increase your pain. Do not use your arm to push up the bed or chair for six weeks after your surgery.

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Works at Gachon University – Gil Medical Center

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About Prof. Kyu-Hak Jung

Prof. Kyu-Hak Jung is a Shoulder Surgeon with +10 years of experience in performing arthroscopic and artificial joint replacement surgeries of the shoulder. He treats other medical conditions of the shoulder.
Prof. Jung completed his MD from Hallym University College of Medicine, and PG from the Seoul National University Graduate School of Public Health and yet another Master's course in Bioinformatics Statistics from Korea National Open University. He is pursuing Ph.D from the Gachon University College of Medicine.
He has worked as a Team Physician with Incheon United F.C and Medical Consultant with Korea Workers' Compensation & Welfare Service during his career. Prof
Prof. Jung's area of expertise includes arthroscopic surgery and artificial joint replacement besides treating, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis including gout, shoulder and elbow disease and damage, sports damage and osteoarthritis.
His research papers have been published in reputed journals.

Special Interest

Rheumatoid arthritis, Inflammatory arthritis including gout, Shoulder and elbow disease and damage, Sports damage and arthroscopic surgery, Osteoarthritis