{"id":17759,"date":"2026-10-20T19:22:17","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/paslaugos\/shoulder-treatment\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T19:55:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:55:21","slug":"shoulder-treatment","status":"publish","type":"paslaugos","link":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/shoulder-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatment of shoulder joint diseases and injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n\/* Baltijos Amerikos klinika | III lygio paslaug\u0173 MASTER *\/\n.bak-service-content {font-family:inherit; font-size:inherit; color:inherit; line-height:1.7;}\n.bak-service-content * {box-sizing:border-box;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro {background:#F1F4EF; border-left:4px solid #5E7053; padding:30px; margin:0 0 42px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p {font-family:inherit; font-size:18px; font-weight:600; line-height:1.65; margin:0 0 15px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p:last-of-type {margin-bottom:0;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-benefits {display:grid; 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It can be caused by tendon damage, joint instability, inflammatory changes, degenerative diseases or injuries.<\/p>\n  <p>At Baltic American Clinic, orthopaedic and trauma surgeons diagnose and treat shoulder joint diseases and injuries. Shoulder arthroscopy, rotator cuff tendon repair and joint stabilisation surgery are performed according to medical indications.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"bak-benefits\">\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Specialised shoulder diagnosis<\/strong><p>Identifying the causes of pain, weakness and limited movement.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Treatment of tendon injuries<\/strong><p>Assessment of rotator cuff problems and choice of treatment.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Shoulder arthroscopy<\/strong><p>Minimally invasive surgery according to medical indications.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Restoring function<\/strong><p>Post-operative care and individual rehabilitation.<\/p><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section>\n  <h2>When should you seek help for shoulder pain?<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"bak-list\">\n  <li>Your shoulder hurts when you lift your arm or make overhead movements.<\/li>\n  <li>The pain gets worse at night and disturbs your sleep.<\/li>\n  <li>Shoulder weakness or instability appeared after an injury.<\/li>\n  <li>The range of movement in your shoulder has decreased.<\/li>\n  <li>Your shoulder keeps dislocating.<\/li>\n  <li>You feel pain when playing sport or making repetitive movements.<\/li>\n  <li>Previous treatment has not restored function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>Which shoulder joint problems are treated?<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-accordion\">\n    <details>\n      <summary>Rotator cuff tendon injuries<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>Tendon degeneration or tears can cause pain and arm weakness.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Shoulder instability<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>After a dislocation or repeated injuries, the joint may become unstable.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Frozen shoulder<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>Changes in the shoulder joint capsule can severely limit active and passive movement.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Inflammatory changes of the tendons and bursae<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>These can cause pain, especially when lifting the arm.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Degenerative shoulder joint diseases<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>Wear of the joint and its effect on movement are assessed.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>How are assessment and treatment carried out?<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-steps\">\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">1<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Consultation<\/strong>\n        <p>The doctor asks about your symptoms, injuries and the kind of physical strain you are exposed to.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">2<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Clinical examination<\/strong>\n        <p>Active and passive movements, muscle strength, tendon function and joint stability are assessed.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">3<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Tests<\/strong>\n        <p>If needed, ultrasound, X-rays, MRI or other tests are ordered.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">4<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Conservative treatment<\/strong>\n        <p>Physiotherapy, adjusting the load, medicines or injections may be recommended.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"bak-button-wrap\">\n          <a class=\"bak-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/physiotherapy\/\">Physiotherapy <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">5<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Surgical treatment<\/strong>\n        <p>According to the indications, arthroscopic surgery, tendon repair or joint stabilisation is performed.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"bak-button-wrap\">\n          <a class=\"bak-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/orthopaedic-and-trauma-surgery\/\">Orthopaedic and trauma surgery <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">6<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Rehabilitation<\/strong>\n        <p>After surgery, movement and strength are restored according to an individual protocol.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"bak-button-wrap\">\n          <a class=\"bak-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/physiotherapy\/\">Rehabilitation after surgery <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>How to prepare for the consultation<\/h2>\n  <p>Have the results of previous tests and information about any past injuries or operations to hand. It helps to note which movements cause pain and whether your shoulder hurts at night.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>When is urgent help needed?<\/h2>\n  <p>If, after an injury, you notice a deformity of the shoulder, cannot move your arm, or develop numbness or impaired circulation, an urgent medical examination is needed.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-faq\">\n    <details>\n      <summary>Does a torn shoulder tendon always need surgery?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>No. Treatment depends on the size of the tear, symptoms, function and the patient&#8217;s activity level.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Why does my shoulder hurt most at night?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Night pain can occur with damage to the tendons, joint capsule or other structures. An examination helps identify the cause.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Can a frozen shoulder be treated without surgery?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Often, yes. Conservative treatment is usually tried first.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Will I need to wear a sling or brace after shoulder surgery?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>After some tendon repairs or stabilisation operations, a brace is essential. How long it is needed depends on the operation.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>How long does recovery after rotator cuff surgery take?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Healing and restoring function can take several months, and the final result depends on the injury and rehabilitation.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bak-price\">\n  <h2>Price of treatment for shoulder joint diseases and injuries<\/h2>\n  <p>Prices of shoulder consultations, tests, injections and surgical procedures are set by the Baltic American Clinic price list in force.<\/p>\n  <p>The costs of additional diagnostics, anaesthesia, inpatient stay and post-operative care are assessed according to the specific scope of treatment and discussed before the operation.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shoulder pain can make it difficult to lift your arm, get dressed, work or sleep. 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