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SHOULDER - Questions and Answers go back to the shoulder questions menu Is shoulder replacement surgery only for people with osteoarthritis?No, there are several other indications for total shoulder replacement surgery including rheumatoid arthritis, fracture of the humeral head, avascular necrosis (lack of blood supply that leads to bone death), and arthritis as a result of previous injury to the joint. Patient Education information provided by Biomet, Inc. - Advanced Science for Real Living™ |