If shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff tears limit your movement, TSR offers a new joint—and DPC ensures your surgery and recovery are coordinated, affordable, and tailored to your needs.
TSR replaces damaged shoulder joints with prosthetics. Types include:
Anatomic: Mimics natural joint; needs intact rotator cuff.
Reverse: For cuff-deficient shoulders; ball-and-socket swapped.
Key facts:
Safety: 90–95% success rate; infection risk <1%.
Costs: DPC memberships (150–400 USD/month) cover pre-op consults and follow-ups, unlike traditional fees (15,000–30,000 USD/surgery).
Risks of delay: Muscle atrophy, chronic pain, frozen shoulder.
Direct Primary Care (DPC) transforms shoulder care through proactive coordination and patient-first focus.
Comprehensive Pre-Surgical Prep
Rapid diagnostics: Schedule MRI or CT scans within 72 hours.
Prehab programs: Strengthen deltoids and scapular stabilizers.
Medication management: Adjust blood thinners or DMARDs pre-op.
Transparent Pricing and Holistic Support
All-inclusive care: Membership covers surgeon referrals, PT, and post-op braces.
Cost savings: Save 25–50% on facility fees via self-pay DPC rates.
Mental health focus: Address surgery-related anxiety with counseling.
Personalized Recovery and Long-Term Health
24/7 access: Manage post-op pain or incision concerns immediately.
Virtual PT: Guide passive/active exercises via telehealth.
Preventive care: Recommend calcium/vitamin D for bone health.
Zero wait times: 90% of DPC patients schedule surgery within 2 weeks vs. 6+ weeks traditionally.
Continuity: One team manages pain control, wound care, and rehab adherence.
No hidden fees: Transparent pricing (e.g., 20,000 USD all-inclusive for reverse TSR).
Case 1: Sarah, 60, with rotator cuff arthropathy
Sarah’s DPC team performed reverse TSR; she regained 160° abduction in 6 months.
Case 2: Tom, 70, with severe osteoarthritis
Tom’s DPC provider used anatomic TSR, restoring his golf swing in 12 weeks.
Q: How long until I can drive?
A: 4–6 weeks post-op; DPC coordinates rides if needed.
Q: Will I need lifelong restrictions?
A: Avoid heavy lifting >10 lbs; DPC guides safe activity progression.
Q: Can the prosthesis loosen?
A: <5% risk at 10 years; DPC monitors via annual X-rays.
Q: What if pain persists?
A: DPC explores injections, revisions, or pain management.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) emphasizes preoperative optimization. DPC delivers by:
Reducing complications: Prehab cuts dislocation rates by 30%.
Boosting adherence: 95% of DPC patients complete PT vs. 70% nationally.
Saving costs: Members save 5,000–15,000 USD through bundled pricing.
TSR in DPC isn’t just about a new joint—it’s about partnering with a team dedicated to your active life. With DPC, bypass insurance delays, access top surgeons, and gain a recovery plan that adapts to your goals. From pre-op prep to pain-free motion, experience care that’s as dynamic as your shoulder.
