If you’re experiencing severe shoulder pain that’s impacting your sleep or ability to perform everyday activities, such as dressing yourself or reaching for items on a shelf, you may need a shoulder replacement.

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Damon A. Greene, MD

What is the shoulder?

The shoulder joint is very complex and involves three bones and more than one joint. What’s the purpose of having such a complex joint? The purpose is to allow a wide range of motion but still have a stable joint that can allow us to lift heavy objects and do a wide range of activities from handstands to holding our children.

When do I need a shoulder replacement?

Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the smooth surfaces (cartilage) of the ball and socket become rough and dry. This causes the ball and socket to rub against each other rather than glide. This rubbing causes pain which in turn leads to stiffness and swelling. Typically, this process occurs over many years. This causes patients to develop chronic pains and stiffness that limits their daily activities. A shoulder replacement is performed to improve your function and quality of life by improving your pain and range of motion.

Damon A. Greene, MD is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon at Shore Orthopedic University Associates and sees patients in Somers Point, Galloway and Cape May Court House, NJ.

This information is provided as an educational service and is not intended to serve as medical advice. For more information, visit our website: shoreorthodocs.com. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Greene, please call 609-927-1991

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Shore Medical Center features Dr. Zabinski for National Doctors’ Day.

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As we continue shining the spotlight on some of our expert physicians at Shore in honor of National Doctors’ Day (March 30), we are proud to celebrate Orthopaedic Surgeon Stephen J. Zabinski, MD!

At Shore, Dr. Zabinski not only provides cutting-edge orthopedic surgical care to our patients but also serves as the Director of Shore’s Division of Orthopedic Surgery, the Medical Director of Joint Replacement Surgery, and the Assistant Chairman of the Department of Surgery. His visionary leadership has shaped our orthopedic surgery department throughout his 20+ years at Shore.

Dr. Leonard Galler, Shore Clinical and Administrative Surgical Department Chairman, says that Dr. Zabinski and his surgical group, Shore Orthopaedic University Associates, are a premier surgical provider in our community and offer 24/7 orthopedic surgery call coverage for Shore Medical Center’s ER.

“Dr. Zabinski exemplifies excellence in his role as Director of the Division of Orthopedic Surgery at Shore,” said Dr. Galler. “He sets stringent quality metrics, elevates expertise within his department, ensures the efficiency of operations, and maintains the highest standards of care. He not only performs admirably as a surgeon specializing in knees, hips, and shoulders but also serves as a mentor to younger colleagues, guiding them through the challenges of early practice.”

Dr. Galler continued, “Dr. Zabinski is one of the hardest-working people I know. It’s common for him to start seeing patients as early as 4:30 a.m. He puts his heart and soul into his patients’ safety and guides them through the entire process of their surgical care. As a colleague, if I call him to see someone, he will see that person immediately. He’s not only a very skillful surgeon, he’s also a very generous man who has given his time and money to charities.”

Dr. Zabinski is a New York City native who attended medical school at Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his surgical residency and training at Cornell University’s Hospital for Special Surgery.

Join us in thanking Dr. Zabinski for his physician expertise and tireless commitment to providing exceptional orthopedic surgical care!

Dr. Callanan explains treatment options for a pinched nerve in the neck

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Overview: Cervical Radiculopathy (also known as “pinched nerve”) presented by: Spine Surgeon Gregory V. Callanan, DO of Shore Orthopaedic University Associates
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Cervical radiculopathy, commonly called a “pinched nerve,” occurs when a nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated where it branches away from the spinal cord. This may cause pain that radiates into the shoulder and/or arm, as well as muscle weakness and numbness.

Cervical radiculopathy is often caused by “wear and tear” changes that occur in the spine as we age, such as arthritis. In younger people, it is most often caused by a sudden injury that results in a herniated disk. In some cases, however, there is no traumatic episode associated with the onset of symptoms.

In most cases, cervical radiculopathy responds well to conservative treatment that includes medication and physical therapy.

For more information about Cervical Radiculopathy visit: Ortho Info


Gregory V. Callanan, DO  is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Shore Orthopedic University Associates and sees patients in Somers Point, Manahawkin and Cape May Court House, NJ.

This information is provided as an educational service
and is not intended to serve as medical advice.

For more information, visit our website: shoreorthodocs.com
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Callanan,
please call 609-927-1991

SHORE ORTHOPAEDIC UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATES

Are you experiencing loss of motion and weakness in your shoulder?

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If you’re experiencing severe shoulder pain that’s impacting your sleep or ability to perform everyday activities, such as dressing yourself or reaching for items on a shelf, you may need a shoulder replacement.

Shoulder Arthroplasty (aka Shoulder Replacement) Common Questions
Damon A. Greene, MD

What is the shoulder?
The shoulder joint is very complex and involves three bones and more than one joint. The bones that make up the shoulder are the clavicle (collar bone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone). Many different muscles attach to these different bones. 17 different muscles attach to the scapula alone. The upper end of the arm bone (humerus) and the outside edge of the scapula bone (glenoid) form a “ball-and-socket joint”. What’s the purpose of having such a complex joint? The purpose is to allow a wide range of motion but still have a stable joint that can allow us to lift heavy objects and do a wide range of activities from handstands to holding our children.

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