Shoulder / Clavicle
The shoulder is one of the most complex and mobile joints in the body, made up of several bones, including the humerus (upper arm bone), scapula (shoulder blade), and clavicle (collar bone). Due to its wide range of motion and frequent use, the shoulder is particularly vulnerable to injury, whether from sporting activities, workplace incidents, falls, or trauma such as motor vehicle accidents.
AVA Orthopaedics specialises in the assessment and treatment of shoulder and clavicle injuries, tailoring each management plan to the individual patient. Our online video consultations are particularly well-suited to assessing, diagnosing, and managing shoulder and clavicle conditions, allowing you to access orthopaedic care from the comfort of your own home. Whether your injury can be managed conservatively or requires surgical intervention, our team will guide you through every step of your recovery.
All conditions below are suitable for specialist online assessment at AVA Orthopaedics via secure video. No referral required for the Early Injury Assessment ($139). Excludes open wounds, severe deformity, active bleeding, and head/neck/back/chest/abdominal injuries. These require the Emergency Department first.
Conditions We Assess Online
Rotator cuff tear
Partial or full-thickness tear of the rotator cuff tendons. Specialist review of MRI or ultrasound with guidance on conservative vs surgical pathway.
Dislocated shoulder (post-reduction)
Following reduction at ED, specialist assessment of labral and capsular injury, imaging review, and direction on rehabilitation or surgical stabilisation.
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Progressive shoulder stiffness and pain from capsular inflammation. Specialist assessment of stage, imaging review, and structured management plan including physiotherapy, injection therapy, and surgical options where appropriate.
Rotator cuff strain/tendinopathy
Overuse or acute strain without full tear. Assessment, imaging direction, and structured rehabilitation plan.
AC joint injury (acromioclavicular joint sprain)
Common in contact sports and falls. Grading, management planning, and return-to-sport guidance.
Labral tear (SLAP lesion)
Glenoid labrum injury common in overhead athletes. Specialist imaging review and management direction.
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Subacromial impingement causing pain with overhead activity. Assessment, imaging, and structured conservative plan.
Clavicle fracture (post-ED, non-displaced)
Review of fracture pattern and displacement, immobilisation guidance, healing timeline, and return to activity.
Biceps tendon injury (proximal)
Long head biceps tendon tears or tendinopathy. Imaging review and management planning, including surgical threshold discussion.
Not suitable for online assessment: attend the Emergency Department first
- Open wounds or visible bone deformity
- Uncontrolled or heavy bleeding
- Severe deformity or inability to move a limb with no prior assessment
- High-impact trauma not yet seen in person
- Head, neck, back, chest, or abdominal injuries
- Loss of sensation or circulation in a limb
In an emergency, call 000 or attend your nearest Emergency Department.
Get specialist direction on your injury
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