Specialist Shoulder Unit
Our specialist shoulder unit at King Edward VII’s Hospital provides expert assessment and treatment for both everyday and complex shoulder problems.
Shoulder care and diagnostics
If you’re living with ongoing shoulder pain or recovering from a shoulder injury, a specialist assessment can help pinpoint the cause and guide the right treatment.
Our shoulder consultants have extensive experience in diagnosing shoulder problems and recommending tailored treatment. They work closely with specialist nurses and physiotherapists, so your care is managed by a multidisciplinary team with expertise in musculoskeletal conditions.
If surgery is recommended, our orthopaedic team at King Edward VII’s Hospital performs advanced procedures to reduce pain and restore movement.
Why choose our specialist shoulder unit?
King Edward VII’s Hospital is a world-renowned centre of excellence for orthopaedics, with over 120 years of experience in diagnosing and treating shoulder problems. Our consultant shoulder specialists are hand-picked as the leaders in their field. Many have trained and practised at leading UK and international centres, bringing extensive clinical experience to each patient’s care.
Your treatment is guided by a multidisciplinary team, including specialist nurses, physiotherapists and imaging experts. This collaborative approach ensures your care is carefully coordinated, with clear communication between those involved in your diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
Patients also benefit from modern diagnostic imaging and advanced surgical facilities within King Edward VII’s Hospital. If surgery is recommended, your consultant will guide you through each stage of treatment and rehabilitation.
Our specialist shoulder treatments
Treatment begins with a detailed assessment, so your consultant can understand your symptoms and determine the most suitable approach. We support people with injuries ranging from sports and tendon problems to joint wear that develops over time.
Depending on your condition, treatment may include physiotherapy, guided injections or shoulder surgery. Surgical procedures are carefully selected to reduce pain and support recovery.
Looking for information on a specific condition?
If you already know your shoulder condition or are trying to make sense of ongoing symptoms, reliable information can help you feel more confident about next steps.
Use the search tool below to explore the shoulder conditions we treat, learn how they affect the joint and understand what treatments may be recommended.
Dedicated diagnostics and investigations
Identifying the cause of shoulder pain is key to effective treatment. Our shoulder specialists have access to advanced diagnostic imaging and investigations, including X-ray, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.
Your consultant will explain which tests may be needed and how the results guide your treatment plan.
Book your appointment at our specialist shoulder unit
If shoulder pain, weakness or limited movement is affecting everyday life, our team is here to help. See a specialist shoulder consultant in London and get clear advice on the right treatment for you.
Meet our shoulder specialists
King Edward VII’s Hospital has a long history of providing orthopaedic care, with many years of experience diagnosing and treating shoulder conditions. Our consultant shoulder specialists are highly experienced surgeons practising at leading London teaching hospitals and contributing to ongoing clinical research.
Many work with professional and recreational athletes as well as patients with everyday shoulder problems, bringing depth of expertise to every consultation.
Care is supported by orthopaedic clinical nurse specialists, who provide one-to-one guidance before surgery, during your hospital stay and throughout recovery.
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