What is shoulder osteoarthritis?

Omarthrosis is a degenerative disease of the shoulder joint in which the cartilage covering the humeral head and the glenoid cavity of the scapula is destroyed. It leads to chronic pain, limited mobility, and reduced quality of life.

Omarthrosis occurs less frequently than knee or hip osteoarthritis, but significantly restricts daily activities — inability to dress, comb hair, or work.

Causes:

  • Primary — age-related degeneration (after 60 years)
  • Post-traumatic — after fractures, dislocations
  • Cuff arthropathy — osteoarthritis after massive rotator cuff tear
  • Post-surgical — after shoulder surgeries
  • Avascular necrosis — impaired blood supply to the humeral head

Symptoms:

  • Deep pain in the shoulder joint
  • Limited mobility — raising the arm, reaching behind the back
  • Crepitation (crunching) during movement
  • Morning stiffness
  • Night pain, sleep disturbance

Facts about omarthrosis

  • ICD-10: M19.01
  • Age: most common after 60 years
  • Gender: slightly more common in women
  • Shoulder replacement: 25 000+/year (Germany)
  • Problem: shoulder prosthesis is more complex and less durable than knee/hip

How MIBRAR® treats omarthrosis

01

MRI diagnostics

MRI determines the stage of osteoarthritis, cartilage condition, rotator cuff status, presence of osteophytes, and subchondral cysts.

02

Obtaining concentrates

CGF — chondrogenic and anti-inflammatory factors. Lipogems® — stem cells for cartilage regeneration.

03

Intra-articular injection

Under Sono Control Arm™ navigation, concentrates are injected into the joint cavity, areas of damaged cartilage, and periarticular tissues. Simultaneously, the bursa and cuff are treated.

04

Cartilage regeneration

Stem cells differentiate into chondrocytes, initiating the synthesis of new cartilage matrix. Inflammation decreases, mobility returns. Result — postponement or elimination of the need for joint replacement.

MIBRAR® Method Advantages

95% of interventions covered

MIBRAR® covers up to 95% of all spinal neurosurgery and orthopedic operations.

No anesthesia or incisions

Outpatient treatment via 0.3-1.5 mm puncture. No general anesthesia or hospitalization.

No age restrictions

Regeneration at any age. Safe for chronic conditions and anesthesia intolerance.

Rapid improvement

Concentrates have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Relief within days.

Multiple zones at once

Simultaneous treatment of multiple discs or joints in one procedure.

Home the same day

No crutches, braces or rehabilitation needed. MRI follow-up at 8-16 weeks.

MIBRAR® Technology

Cyber Navi Hand™ — MIBRAR® navigation system

Cyber Navi Hand™

Intraoperative robotic navigation system. Provides precise access to deep structures with 1 mm and 1 degree accuracy.

Sono Control Arm™ — MIBRAR® ultrasound control

Sono Control Arm™

Device for intervention under sonographic control. Eliminates open surgeries with real-time visual monitoring.

Video about the MIBRAR® Method

Frequently Asked Questions about Treatment of Shoulder Osteoarthritis (Omarthrosis)

At what stage of omarthrosis does MIBRAR® help?
MIBRAR® is most effective at stages I-III, when the cartilage is damaged but not yet completely destroyed. Even at stage III, significant pain reduction and improved mobility are possible. This is particularly valuable, given that shoulder prostheses are less durable and functional than knee or hip prostheses.
Is it possible to treat osteoarthritis and rotator cuff tear simultaneously?
Yes. Omarthrosis is often combined with rotator cuff injury. MIBRAR® treats all structures in one procedure — cartilage, tendons, bursa, capsule. The comprehensive approach ensures the best results.
How quickly will mobility improve?
Pain reduction — in the first days to weeks. Mobility improvement — gradually, as cartilage regenerates (4-12 weeks). Full effect — in 3-6 months. Physiotherapy enhances the result.

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