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.
7 Comments • Add Your Comments
Frank says:
I Have Had two shoulder surgerys done both time pump was used i have conplained about pain poping clicking sounds pain even when not in use weekness soar
Posted on January 2, 2008 at 8:41 am
Lisa Clark says:
I posted earlier I also forget to let you know that I have not been diagnosed with PAGCL because I no longer have insurance due to not being able to return to my place of work. I am currently pursuing Social Security Disability. I do not know the cost of seeing a doctor for this problem but if it would not cost a lot I may consider seeing a doctor.
Posted on January 15, 2008 at 8:29 am
Scott Armstrong says:
I have had multiple surgeries on my left shoulder. About 3 surgeries ago a pain pump tube was left in my shoulder and the tube removed a day or two later. My shoulder has dteriorated to te point that I am scheduled to have my entire shoulder replaced in Feb, 2008.
I have chronic pain, popping and sharp pain. Apparently, the bones and cartilage have deteriorated to the point that I have bone on bone in my shoulder. No one hs ever told me about the problems with these pumps or the damages they could cause. It has cost me a great deal of money and quality of life over the last few years.
Posted on January 17, 2008 at 1:57 pm
robert says:
i have had surgury on my right shoulder twice once on the left the the right surgery had the pump twice . my shoulders pop just about everytime i move them im always willing to let people listen im hurting all the time.
Posted on July 9, 2009 at 12:33 pm
Adam Good says:
I am only 25 years old and feel like a very old man every day due to my shoulder pain. I had just one surgery on my left shoulder and there was a pain pump put in it. i was only 20 years old then and they never even told me they were putting a pump in my shoulder. i can feel and hear it pop and grind all the time. the pain keeps me up at night. i have no insurance and no money. i’m not sure what to do!
Posted on July 15, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Juanita says:
I am a 43 yr old wife, mother, and grandmother and I need to be mobil and flexible. I am in pain now just sitting here with any weight on my shoulder blade area or my arm… I have pain on a daily bases and popping and grinding and my arm pit always fells like my shirts are to tight ever when I don’t have a shirt on. I also am unemployed and have no insurance and no money, and I also don’t know what to do or where to go for help…
Posted on March 25, 2011 at 2:48 pm