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    Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery
    Sutter Orthopaedic Institute

    Does shoulder pain have you sidelined? Minor shoulder problems, such as sore muscles and aches and pains, are common. Shoulder problems develop from everyday wear and tear, overuse, or an injury. They can also be caused by the natural process of aging. 
    See an illustration of the shoulder
    See an illustration of a shoulder separation

    Shoulder problems can be minor or serious. Symptoms may include pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, weakness, or changes in temperature or color. Shoulder injuries most commonly occur during sports activities, work-related tasks, projects around the home, or falls. Home treatment often can help relieve minor aches and pains.

    Minimally invasive shoulder surgery
    Shoulder surgery in the last ten years has made incredible strides. Surgeons are now able to do things through very small incisions, minimally invasive, that even five years ago would have been more painful and would have had longer recovery times.
    Interested in finding out about shoulder surgery near you?
    Request information about minimally invasive shoulder surgery, or other shoulder treatments near you?

    Watch a Short Video on Shoulder Pain (view video)
    Dr. Alan Hirahara
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedic Surgery
    Sutter Independent Physicians
    Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento

    Shoulder
    Featured Surgeon
    Alan Hirahara, M.D., FRCS
    Board Certified Sports Medicine physician specializing in minimally invasive shoulder surgery.
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