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SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENTDiagnosis & Treatment by Elbow and Shoulder Orthopedic Doctors in CT
Shoulder and elbow issues can range from simple sprains and strains to more complex conditions such as rotator cuff tears, tennis elbow, or golfer’s elbow. OrthoConnecticut’s shoulder and elbow orthopedic specialists have the expertise to diagnose and treat these conditions accurately. Our physicians perform a thorough physical examination, order imaging tests such as X-rays or MRIs, and develop individualized treatment plans. Treatment options may include rest, ice, physical therapy, injections, and surgery. Our team collaborates with other healthcare professionals, such as primary care physicians and physical therapists, to ensure patients receive comprehensive care and achieve optimal outcomes.
Our team of shoulder and elbow specialists include:

Michael G. Brand, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9601

Angelo Ciminiello, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee, Hip & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9602

Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon, Total Joint Specialist
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

James W. Depuy, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield
203‑797‑1500, ext 6637

Joseph DiGiovanni, M.D.
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist | Surgeon
Danbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 6626

Mark J. Fletcher, M.D.
Sports Medicine, Joint Reconstruction Specialist | Hip, Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

Julianne M. Forlizzi, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Shoulder, Hip, Knee & Ankle Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

Joshua B. Frank, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Shoulder, Elbow & Knee Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

Edmund A. Ganal, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Litchfield, New Milford & Sharon
203‑797‑1500 | ext 4209

Ross Henshaw, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9604

Paul D. Protomastro, M.D.
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist | Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

Michael J. Sayegh, M.D.
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist | Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield
203‑797‑1500, ext 6619

Michael G. Soojian, M.D.
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist | Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200

Theodore S. Wolfson, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 6627

Robert Yaghoubian, M.D.
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist | Surgeon
Danbury, Litchfield, New Milford: 860‑355‑8000, ext 4216
Sharon: 860‑355‑8000, ext 4307
Best Orthopedic Elbow & Shoulder Surgeons in Connecticut
There’s no need to suffer pain or limit activity because of a torn rotator cuff, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, or a host of other shoulder and elbow conditions. Shoulder problems can be the result of overuse, repetitive arm rotation, or traumatic injury. Athletes who participate in contact sports, such as hockey or football, as well as anyone who engages in frequent lifting, can experience injury to the shoulder. Rotator cuff injuries are also common among baseball pitchers, tennis players, and other athletes who frequently use an overhand throwing or swinging motion.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shoulder & Elbow Concerns:
How Do I Know If I Need Shoulder or Elbow Surgery?
Shoulder or elbow surgery is a major procedure, and your doctor probably won’t recommend it unless your symptoms are severe. Ultimately, your physician will decide if a surgical approach is needed. However, some of the following symptoms may indicate that shoulder or elbow surgery is necessary:
- Inability to carry things or use your arms
- Persistent pain that won’t go away
- Pain prevents you from doing everyday activities
- Past treatments have not worked
- Swelling, bruising, or inflammation
- Pain interferes with sleep
How Do I Know if I Need Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Surgery?
What are Some Elbow and Shoulder Conditions OrthoConnecticut Treats?
Common elbow and shoulder conditions that we treat include:
- Baseball-related injuries
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder bursitis
- Shoulder instability
- Golfer’s elbow
- Collarbone fractures
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Ulnar collateral ligament tears
- Shoulder labrum tears
How Do I Know When I Need to See a Doctor for my Shoulder Pain?
What is Pain from Shoulder to Elbow?
If you’re experiencing pain from your shoulder down to your elbow, it could be due to a variety of factors:
- Arthritis
- Frozen shoulder
- Bursitis
- Tendonitis
- Fractures
- Dislocated joints
- Joint degeneration
If you’re experiencing pain that extends from your shoulder to your elbow, you should have a doctor take a look and evaluate it as soon as possible.
Can Tight Shoulders Cause Elbow Pain?
Can a Shoulder Injury Cause Elbow Pain?
What are Common Shoulder Injuries?
Common shoulder injuries include:
- Dislocation
- Rotator cuff tears
- Separation
- Fracture
- Cartilage tear
- Frozen shoulder
- Bursitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Impingement
When Should Shoulder Pain Be Checked?
Should I Worry if I Have Shoulder Pain?
When is Elbow Pain Serious?
Common Shoulder & Elbow Conditions:
- Biceps Tendon Rupture
- Calcific Tendinitis of Shoulder
- Fracture of the Collarbone (Clavicle)
- Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
- Glenoid Labrum Tears
- Hill-Sachs Lesion
- Loose Shoulder (Multidirectional Instability)
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Shoulder Dislocations
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- SLAP Tear
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Joint Pain
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Bursitis
- Inflammation of the Biceps Tendon at the Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Little League Elbow AKA Medial Apophysitis
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Media Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow
- Elbow Overuse Injuries
- Throwing Injuries of the Elbow
- Elbow Joint Pain
Common Shoulder & Elbow Procedures:
- Enhancing Comfort and Precision: The Role of Regional Anesthesia in Elbow Procedures
- PRP Therapy for Shoulder Pain
- Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Separation Repair
- Painless Precision: The Crucial Role of Regional Anesthesia in Shoulder Procedures
- Arthroscopic Bankart Repair
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tenodesis
- Diagnostic Arthroscopy (Shoulder)
- Distal Clavicle Excision
- Joint Injection (Therapeutic, Shoulder)
- ORIF Surgery for Proximal Humerus Fracture
- Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
- SLAP Repair
- Subacromial Injection
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Subacromial Decompression
- Enhancing Comfort and Precision: The Role of Regional Anesthesia in Elbow Procedures
- Arthroscopic Elbow Debridement
- Aspiration of the Olecranon Bursa
- Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection Overview
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition at the Elbow
Call OrthoConnecticut today at 1.833.678.4628 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.