Dr. Brady invented both a technique as well as a shoulder implant for the repair of AC joint dislocations. The AC joint is the Acromio-Clavicular joint. It is where the clavicle (or the collar bone) joins with the scapula (or the shoulder blade bone). Sometimes patient's injure this joint with a fall on the shoulder. The diagnosis is made with physical exam and x-rays. Often times patient's will notice that something is "sticking up" in their shoulder!

Dr. Brady's invention is called the "Dog-Bone" because of the shape of the implant. An implant is a small device used in the body to repair something. It is implanted in the body. The Dog-Bone implant is a type of a 'washer' which is used to secure the clavicle back down into it's normal position allowing the body's torn ligaments to heal. It is an arthroscopic procedure. The strength of this type of repair has been tested and is TWICE as strong as any other repair technique in existence!!!

Tags: AC joint Dislocation, Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Surgery

Most patients come to see Dr. Brady complaining of shoulder and/or arm pain. Often they describe this pain as an aching pain. Frequently this pain will be worse at night and arm pain is a common description of the pain. Shoulder pain and arm pain can come from various sources. If you are experiencing shoulder pain or arm pain, please make an appointment with Dr. Brady to discuss your problem. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE WITH SHOULDER PAIN OR ARM PAIN. There is usually a cure out there!!! Come on in and see Dr. Brady so you can get better!

Tags: Rotator Cuff Tear, Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Surgery, arm pain