Shoulder chondrolysis lawsuits for those who used pain pumps after arthroscopic surgery
Following arthroscopic shoulder surgery, the use of an infusion pain pump to deliver medication to the joint could lead to the permanent deterioration of cartilage in the shoulder . This condition, known as postarthroscopic glenohumeral chondrolysis (PAGCL) or shoulder chondrolysis, could cause severe bone pain and limited shoulder motion. The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are pursing shoulder chondrolysis lawsuits against the manufacturers of the pain pumps who failed to warn about the risk of developing this devastating condition.
In recent years, many orthopedic surgeons have sent their patients home with a shoulder pain pump to deliver medication directly to the surgical site for several days after an arthroscopy. The infusion pain pumps were used instead of oral pain medications, but recent research has shown that the devices are associated with the degeneration of cartilage which prevents the arm from functioning properly.
The shoulder uses cartilage to support and lubricate movement of the joint. Without it, the arm and shoulder socket grind against one another, which causes a great deal of pain, discomfort and reduced mobility.
Symptoms of shoulder chondrylosis after arthroscopic surgery could include:
- Stiff Shoulder
- Shoulder Pain while at rest and in motion
- Clicking shoulder
- Popping shoulder
- Grinding shoulder
- Shoulder weakness
- Decreased range of motion
- A shrunken shoulder joint (visible on xray)
These symptoms could appear several months after the arthroscopic surgery, as a new or worse pain which develops as the shoulder is used for more activities. There is no cure for the condition, as the damaged cartilage can not be repaired or regenerated. In many cases, individuals require a joint replacement surgery, which is a more serious surgery than hip or knee replacement.
SHOULDER CHONDROLYSIS LAWSUITS
Pain pumps were provided to shoulder surgery patients as a better way to manage their pain. However, many individuals who received a pain pump now face a lifetime of shoulder limitations and pain. Experts are now advising that the use of pain pumps to infuse medication directly to the joint following arthroscopic shoulder surgery should be stopped.
The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are reviewing potential shoulder chondrolysis lawsuits for any individuals who have been diagnosed with PAGCL (post-arthroscopic glenohumeral chondrolysis), told that they may have cartilage loss or who have experienced symptoms of the shoulder problem. To find out if you, a friend or family member may have a claim, request a free shoulder pain pump lawsuit evaluation.
