Insights & Journal
Notes from the clinic
Insights, reflections and articles on shoulder surgery, surgeon ergonomics, research and the evolving practice of modern orthopaedics.
Patient FAQs
16 October 2026
What is the NJR – and why am I signing another consent form?
Why you may be asked to consent to your details being held on the National Joint Registry, what the registry records, and why consenting is entirely voluntary.
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8 October 2026
But I’ve already had physiotherapy…
Why physiotherapy may still be recommended even if you have already had it — the right physiotherapy for your shoulder problem, the right diagnosis, and when surgery isn’t the answer.
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4 October 2026
Do I need a scan for shoulder pain?
A scan can be extremely useful — but it isn't always the starting point, and more sophisticated imaging isn't necessarily better.
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17 September 2026
When can I shower?
Practical guidance on keeping your wound dry, when it is safe to shower after shoulder or hand surgery, and when to seek advice.
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13 September 2026
When can I drive?
Practical advice about deciding when you can safely return to driving after shoulder surgery or injury.
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When should I wear a sling?
When to wear a sling after shoulder surgery or injury — exercises, sleeping, washing, and why sling designs differ. Patient advice from a shoulder specialist.
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Thoughts on evolving practices
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