Specialist Shoulder Care in Oxford
Expert diagnosis and treatment for shoulder pain, injury and arthritis
Professor Steve Gwilym, DPhil MBBS BSc FRCS
Do Any of These Sound Familiar?
Specialist Care — Without the Intimidation
Why Shoulder Problems Are So Frustrating
Most people I see are dealing with common shoulder problems that affect everyday life and haven’t improved as expected.
- Ongoing shoulder pain
- Frozen shoulder or increasing shoulder stiffness
- Painful or stiff shoulder arthritis
- Recurrent shoulder dislocations or instability
- Loss of movement affecting sleep, work, exercise or daily activities
Why Shoulder Problems Are So Frustrating
Specialist Care — Without the Intimidation
Why Shoulder Problems Are So Frustrating
Shoulder pain doesn’t just cause discomfort — it interferes with sleep, dressing, driving, work and hobbies. Many patients I see have already tried rest, physiotherapy or injections and are unsure what to do next.
It’s common to worry:
- Is this something serious?
- Will it get worse if I leave it?
- Do I really need surgery?
Specialist Care — Without the Intimidation
Specialist Care — Without the Intimidation
Specialist Care — Without the Intimidation
I am a consultant orthopaedic surgeon specialising exclusively in shoulder conditions. This focused experience allows me to diagnose and treat common shoulder problems accurately and effectively.
My approach is:
- Careful assessment and clear explanation
- Evidence-based treatment options
- Surgery only when it is genuinely the best option (Many shoulder conditions improve without surgery)