Jacob Kirsch, MD
Shoulder Conditions

Shoulder Conditions

Dr. Kirsch has a specialty practice focusing exclusively on treating all conditions of the shoulder. This ranges from non-operative management of strains and rotator cuff disorders to the complex surgical management of arthritis, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears and revision surgery. The information here is designed to provide a helpful resource pertaining to some of the most common conditions that Dr. Kirsch takes care of.

Rotator Cuff Tears

One of the most common causes of shoulder pain, ranging from inflammation to complete tears. Treatment options include both non-operative care and surgical repair.

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Shoulder Arthritis

Wear and tear of cartilage leading to pain, stiffness, and limited function. Treatment ranges from medications to shoulder replacement surgery.

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Cuff Tear Arthropathy

A complex condition combining a massive rotator cuff tear with arthritis. Often requires reverse shoulder replacement for optimal outcomes.

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Shoulder Instability

Occurs when structures keeping the shoulder stable are compromised, leading to dislocations or feeling of the shoulder slipping out of place.

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Biceps Tendonitis / Superior Labral Injury

Inflammation or injury to the biceps tendon and labrum, often seen in overhead athletes. May require biceps tenodesis surgery.

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Shoulder Fractures

Broken bones in the shoulder from trauma, including proximal humerus, clavicle, and scapula fractures. Treatment ranges from conservative to surgical.

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AC Joint Injury

Damage to the acromioclavicular joint from direct trauma, common in contact sports. Most cases can be managed non-operatively.

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Shoulder Bursitis / Impingement

Inflammation of the bursa or impingement of tendons causing pain with overhead activities. Often responds well to conservative treatment.

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Frozen Shoulder

Progressive stiffness and pain due to capsule thickening. More common in diabetics. Early recognition allows for more effective treatment.

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Calcific Tendinitis

Calcium deposits in the rotator cuff tendons causing acute or chronic pain. Treatment options range from therapy to surgical removal.

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