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What is the difference between anatomic and reverse shoulder replacement?
Anatomic shoulder replacement follows the shoulder's normal ball-and-socket design, while reverse shoulder replacement changes the implant orientation for specific shoulder conditions.
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Anatomic replacement
Anatomic shoulder replacement may fit some patients whose shoulder anatomy and soft tissues can support the standard ball-and-socket design.
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Reverse replacement
Reverse total shoulder replacement may fit certain arthritis, rotator cuff, fracture, or revision patterns after evaluation by a shoulder specialist.
Your surgeon or care team can confirm what applies to your situation.
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