Best Shoulder Treatment in Mohali | Frozen Shoulder, Shoulder Dislocation, Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Arthroscopy at Cheema Medical Complex (CMC Hospital)

Shoulder treatment at Cheema Medical Complex, Mohali

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, which is also why it is easy to hurt. Pain when lifting the arm, stiffness that makes dressing hard, a shoulder that slips out of place, or pain that wakes you at night can all affect work, sleep and daily life.

At Cheema Medical Complex (CMC Hospital), on Mohali Stadium Road in Phase 4, the orthopaedic team treats shoulder problems from first assessment to physiotherapy, injections and keyhole surgery when needed. X-ray, CT scan and physiotherapy are in the same hospital. Patients come from Mohali, Chandigarh, Zirakpur, Kharar and across the Tricity.

Common shoulder problems

Frozen shoulder

The capsule around the joint becomes inflamed and tight, first causing pain and then stiffness. It often comes on without an injury and is more common in people with diabetes. Reaching up, reaching behind your back and sleeping on that side all become difficult.

Rotator cuff tendinitis and tears

The rotator cuff tendons can become irritated (tendinitis or impingement) or torn. Pain is felt on the outer side of the shoulder, especially when lifting the arm or at night. A tear can also cause weakness.

Shoulder dislocation and instability

A fall or a sports injury can push the ball of the shoulder out of the socket. After a first dislocation, the tissues that hold the joint may be torn, and the shoulder can keep slipping out, especially in young people.

Shoulder arthritis

Wear of the cartilage in the shoulder joint causes pain, grinding and stiffness, usually in older adults or after an old injury.

Fractures around the shoulder

Collarbone fractures and fractures of the top of the arm bone are common after falls and road accidents. See fracture and trauma care.

Your consultation

At the orthopaedic OPD (Monday to Saturday, 10:30 am to 5:00 pm), the doctor will ask about your pain, any injury, your work and sports, and what movements you struggle with. The examination checks how far the shoulder moves, its strength and stability, and your neck, because neck problems can cause shoulder pain.

X-rays show arthritis, fractures and the position of the joint. An MRI or ultrasound may be advised to look at the rotator cuff and the soft tissues around the joint, especially if surgery is being considered.

Treatment without surgery

Most shoulder problems improve without an operation:

Physiotherapy is the main treatment for frozen shoulder, tendinitis and many rotator cuff problems. Guided stretching and strengthening restore movement and control.
Medicines for pain and inflammation for a short period.
Injections into or around the joint can ease pain in frozen shoulder and some tendon problems, making physiotherapy easier.
Activity changes: avoiding painful overhead work for a while, and changing how you lift or reach.
A sling for a short time after a dislocation or some fractures.

Diabetes control matters for frozen shoulder, so the hospital’s physicians can help manage blood sugar alongside your shoulder treatment.

Shoulder arthroscopy and surgery

When the shoulder does not improve with good non-surgical treatment, or when there is a significant tear or repeated dislocation, keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery may be advised:

Repair of the labrum and capsule for repeated dislocations
Rotator cuff repair to stitch torn tendons back to the bone
Subacromial decompression for some cases of impingement
Release of a stiff capsule for frozen shoulder that has not improved

Fractures may need plates, screws or nails. Severe shoulder arthritis may be treated with shoulder replacement in some patients. Read more about keyhole surgery on our arthroscopy and ACL surgery page.

Ask during your consultation which procedures are performed at CMC for your condition and who will perform them.

Recovery after shoulder surgery

A sling for a few weeks, depending on the repair
Gentle movement exercises guided by the physiotherapist early on
Strengthening once the repair has healed
Return to desk work often in a few weeks; heavy lifting and overhead sports take longer, often several months

Doing the physiotherapy regularly makes the biggest difference to the result.

Looking after your shoulders

Take breaks from long periods of overhead work or computer use.
Warm up properly before sports, especially throwing and racket sports.
Keep the muscles around the shoulder strong with simple band exercises.
Do not ignore shoulder pain that lasts more than a few weeks, especially if you have diabetes.

Shoulder problems at a glance

Problem	Typical symptoms	Usual first treatment
Frozen shoulder	Pain then stiffness, hard to reach up or behind the back	Physiotherapy, pain relief, sometimes an injection
Rotator cuff tendinitis	Pain lifting the arm, pain at night	Rest from painful activity, physiotherapy, medicines
Rotator cuff tear	Pain and weakness lifting the arm	Physiotherapy; repair by keyhole surgery for some tears
Shoulder dislocation	Shoulder slips out, often after a fall or in sport	Putting the joint back in place, sling, then physiotherapy; surgery if it keeps happening
Shoulder arthritis	Grinding, stiffness and pain in older adults	Medicines, physiotherapy, injections; replacement for severe cases

Why shoulder pain is often worse at night

Lying on the painful side presses on inflamed tendons, and lying still lets the shoulder stiffen. Many patients sleep better propped up a little, with a pillow under the painful arm, and not lying on that side. If night pain keeps waking you for more than a few weeks, have the shoulder examined.

Frozen shoulder and diabetes

Frozen shoulder is noticeably more common in people with diabetes, and it can be slower to recover. Good blood sugar control, regular physiotherapy and patience all help. Because Cheema Medical Complex is a multispeciality hospital, your diabetes and your shoulder can be looked after in the same place.

Exercises to avoid without advice

Heavy overhead lifting, pull-ups, bench pressing and throwing through pain can make many shoulder problems worse. Ask your physiotherapist which exercises are safe for your shoulder and when to bring the heavier ones back.

Sports injuries of the shoulder and other joints are covered under sports injury treatment. If pain starts in the neck and spreads to the shoulder, see spine and back pain treatment.

Why Cheema Medical Complex

Orthopaedic surgeon with a shoulder and sports injury focus: Dr. Gaurav Jain, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), FISM (Spain).
Physiotherapy, X-ray and CT scan in the same hospital.
Physicians on site for diabetes and thyroid care, common in frozen shoulder.
24/7 emergency for dislocations and shoulder injuries.
On Mohali Stadium Road, Phase 4, close to Chandigarh, Zirakpur and Kharar.

Book a shoulder consultation

Call 8054922340 or book an appointment online.

Frequently asked questions

What is frozen shoulder?

Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is when the lining of the shoulder joint becomes inflamed, thick and tight. The shoulder becomes painful and then stiff, so lifting the arm, reaching behind the back or combing the hair becomes hard. It is more common between 40 and 60, in women, and in people with diabetes or thyroid problems.

How long does frozen shoulder take to get better?

Frozen shoulder usually improves slowly, often over many months and sometimes a year or more. Physiotherapy, pain relief and, for some patients, an injection into the joint can ease pain and speed up the return of movement. A small number of patients need a procedure when stiffness does not improve.

My shoulder dislocated. Will it happen again?

After a first dislocation, especially in young active people, the shoulder can become unstable and dislocate again. Physiotherapy to strengthen the muscles around the shoulder helps. If it keeps dislocating, arthroscopic surgery can repair the torn tissue that holds the joint in place.

What is a rotator cuff tear?

The rotator cuff is a group of tendons that keep the ball of the shoulder centred and help lift the arm. They can tear after a fall or gradually with age. Symptoms are pain, especially at night and when lifting the arm, and weakness. Some tears do well with physiotherapy; others are repaired with keyhole surgery.

Can neck problems cause shoulder pain?

Yes. A pinched nerve in the neck can cause pain over the shoulder blade and into the arm, often with tingling. The doctor will examine both the neck and the shoulder to find the real source.

What is the cost of shoulder treatment in Mohali at CMC?

It depends on whether you need physiotherapy, an injection or arthroscopic surgery. Call 8054922340 for details and an estimate, and ask which insurance and TPA plans are accepted.

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