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Shoulder Orthopedic Surgeon

Shoulder Orthopedic Surgeon in Maui, Wailuku HI

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Charles Soma, MD at NorthShore Orthopedics is an expert in diagnosing and treating a wide range of shoulder injuries and conditions. Contact us today for more information or visit us online to book an appointment. We are conveniently located at 1827 Wells St #1, Wailuku HI 96793.

Shoulder Orthopedic Surgeon Near Me in Maui, Wailuku HI
Shoulder Orthopedic Surgeon Near Me in Maui, Wailuku HI

Table of Contents:

What are the causes of shoulder pain?
Do Dr. Charles Soma work on shoulders?
When should I see an orthopedic doctor for shoulder pain?
Do you have an orthopedic surgeon in North Shore Orthopedics?

What are the causes of shoulder pain?


The shoulder is an important joint in the body that has a wide range of motion to perform a variety of movements and tasks. That also means it can be prone to injury, and when it does become injured, it can cause a lot of discomfort and pain, as well as hurting the sufferer’s ability to perform daily tasks. Shoulder pain is most often caused by a condition called rotator cuff tendinitis.

Other causes of shoulder pain include referred pain wherein the source of the pain is an injury somewhere else on the body, arthritis, torn cartilage, torn rotator cuff, bone spurs, pinched nerve, broken arm or shoulder, frozen shoulder, dislocated shoulder, spinal cord injury, overuse or repetitive use, or heart attack. Shoulder injuries are more common as people get older, due to the breakdown of the cartilage and degeneration of the soft tissues in the shoulder as part of the aging process and through natural wear and tear.

Does Dr. Charles Soma, MD work on shoulders?


Dr. Charles Soma, MD does not only perform surgery. He provides treatment for a wide range of issues concerning the body’s musculoskeletal system, including the shoulders. Dr. Charles Soma can evaluate and diagnose shoulder injuries through a variety of diagnostic testing options to find the source of the pain and provide the best treatment.

Testing will involve a physical exam, as well as asking a series of questions about the pain, such as when it started, where it is, activities that make it worse, anything that makes it better, and other questions to start to build a diagnosis. Dr. Charles Soma may order or perform diagnostic imaging tests such as an X-ray, MRI, CT scan, or ultrasound to see what is going on inside of the joint. The treatment plan can include a mix of different treatment options, including pain medication, physical therapy, and rest. Depending on the source of the pain, and how it responds to the various treatments, surgery may be required, however, this is typically seen as a last resort if the injury doesn’t respond to any other treatments.

When should I see an orthopedic doctor for shoulder pain?


Your family doctor or primary care physician should be your first point of contact for any medical issues. They can treat minor injuries and will provide you with some at-home treatment options to try to improve shoulder pain in minor cases. They will also be able to refer you to an orthopedic doctor for more complex or severe cases of shoulder pain. You are also likely to get referred to an orthopedic doctor for pain that has persisted over an extended period or has gotten worse despite efforts to treat it.

The shoulder is a complex joint that can often require the specialized expertise of an orthopedic doctor to get the right diagnosis and proper treatment. A family doctor is trained under the scope of general medicine, whereas an orthopedic surgeon has specialized training in all aspects of the musculoskeletal system and will be better able to evaluate the injury. They will provide a comprehensive treatment plan for the shoulder to fully heal and regain its full range of motion.

Do you have an orthopedic surgeon in North Shore Orthopedics?


NorthShore Orthopedics provides a highly skilled and experienced team in all aspects of care for diseases and injuries that affect the musculoskeletal system. Dr. Charles A. Soma, MD is our orthopedic surgeon, providing expertise in orthopedic care to patients in and around Wailuku HI. He can provide treatment for a wide range of injuries, including sports medicine, fractures and sprains, knee and shoulder injuries, and many others.

He offers a variety of treatment options, using the latest and best treatments available to get his patients back to normal, with a full range of pain-free motion. To learn more, or book an appointment for your orthopedic needs, reach out to North Shore Orthopedics today. We serve patients from Maui, Wailuku HI, Lahaina HI, Kahului HI, Kihei HI, Wailuku HI, Kula HI, Makawao HI, Paia HI, Wailea HI, Haiku HI, and Waihee-Waiehu HI.