New England Shoulder and Elbow Center

11/14/2020

Dr. Sarav Shah and Dr. Glen Ross are fellowship trained and specialize in shoulder replacement surgery. Patients suffering from shoulder arthritis are encouraged to come and experience the compassionate and competent care we offer.

Here at NESEC, we use the latest technology to address each patient's specific pathology. This includes 3D printed technology to make a patient specific implant when necessary to allow for the best possible outcomes in these difficult pathologies. Thank you for allowing us to assist with your care. Please contact us if you would like any further information.

10/28/2020

Here at NESEC, we are always happy to hear that our patients are extremely satisfied with their outcomes!

10/06/2020

Here at NESEC, we believe in a shared-decision making model. We always try and give the patient information to allow for the best decision for that patient. Also, we understand that research is the key to helping advance the field of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports & Shoulder Surgery. Contributing to the research landscape and staying current on the latest research allows us to provide the latest and best treatments for all of our patients that is tailored to each individual patient. ~ NESEC Care Philosophy

For more information, please visit our website.
https://newenglandshoulderandelbow.com/providers

Boston and New England's Top Orthopedic surgeons for Shoulder and Elbow Care including: shoulder arthritis and shoulder pain conveniently located in Waltham, Cambridge and Brighton.

09/22/2020

A sit down with the Chief of Sports Medicine at NEBH and NESEC, Dr. Glen Ross.

"Finally able to get back to Invictus CrossFit for my first post pandemic interval workout. I almost forgot what a great and efficient session it is. There is a misconception that these training programs are "bad" for your shoulders !! While that can happen, with professional instructors, and some basic education the risk can be greatly reduced. For us "older" participants, the ego HAS to be checked at the door! Stay in a reasonable range of weight and reps, and "live to fight another day !!" Think of the recommended routine as a starting point to move up or down from as needed. For the shoulders, remember that pulling (lats, bands, row, etc.) is generally much safer and productive than pushing (bench, military press, etc.). Learn to minimize, or avoid, aggravating techniques, especially as you age.
I have been with Invictus for 8 years without a serious injury. Many thanks to Matt Freda, US Navy PO2 for his expert supervision. As a retired Navy officer, and surgeon, it is a priority for me to maintain good physical conditioning to function well and take care of my patients. Strong work By Josh Plosker, Bern Prince, Ryan, Justin, Dan, and the whole Invictus crew for putting together well thought out programs in a clean, safe, environment, to allow us optimal performance. These guys are good, and they care."

-Dr Glen Ross, USNR-ret

09/15/2020

Check out the latest video content including patient post-operative videos! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1QTPU3NU3LDFOXbQ9SG-bA

Boston and New England's Top Orthopedic surgeons for Shoulder and Elbow Care including: shoulder arthritis and shoulder pain conveniently located in Waltham, Cambridge and Brighton.

Here at New England Shoulder and Elbow, Dr. Sarav Shah and Dr. Glen Ross treat many athletes for shoulder/elbow injuries in overhead sports like tennis and baseball. These injuries can range from rotator cuff tears to labrum tears and other sports injuries.

09/15/2020

Excellent results can be obtained with Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty.

Patient has had multiple failed rotator cuff repairs. He also has documented cartilage grade 3/4 changes on the humeral head and glenoid from his previous scope.

Male with poor range of motion and consistent pain especially at night pre-operatively. A Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty is preformed for his Cuff Tear Arthropathy.

Now, the patient is 6 weeks post-operatively with excellent forward elevation and external rotation. He states his pain is much improved as he continues to make progress each day.

09/10/2020

Please join Sarav Shah, MD as we discuss the latest and best evidence in the treatment of rotator cuff tears. Recent evidence suggests that Injury severity is a critical consideration and a large portion of symptomatic full-thickness tears progress in size over time.

Sept 28, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST via zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlc-yhrT4pEte_nA_4yuRx205y9xfmK1eY

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09/04/2020

Here at New England Shoulder and Elbow we treat many athletes and the most common shoulder/elbow injuries in overhead sports like tennis and baseball and many more. These injuries can range from rotator cuff tears to labrum tears and other sports injuries. We take care of many collegiate sports programs such as Merrimack College and Brandeis University. These injuries can be treated with a variety of methods including physical therapy, injections and potentially surgery. We implement a team based approach focused on getting you back on the field as soon as possible.

09/01/2020

In a recent article published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, a team of researchers, including NESEC surgeon Dr. Sarav Shah, describe a High Prevalence of Superior Labral Anterior-Posterior Tears Associated with Acute Acromioclavicular Joint Separation of All Injury Grades. "The high prevalence of Intra-articular pathologies in low-grade separation in our study was unexpected and suggests that a thorough evaluation and clinical follow-up for patients with all grades of AC separation may be beneficial." says Dr. Shah.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2325967120941850

Background: Despite the relatively high number of cases of acromioclavicular joint (AC) separation in the athletic population, optimal clinical outcomes are not...

09/01/2020

In a world filled with so much uncertainty and animosity, don't forget to count each day as a blessing. Thank you to our patients for your kind words and remember we are all one of God's children.

09/01/2020

In a recent review article published in Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine, a team of researchers including NESEC surgeon Sarav Shah describe Scapular Dyskinesis and the Kinetic Chain in the context of recognizing dysfunction and treating injury in the Tennis Athlete. "Although shoulder pain in the overhead athletes is often multi-factorial, early recognition and treatment of scapular dyskinesis generally carry a favorable prognosis and result in improved patient outcomes." says Dr. Shah.

As the tennis courts start to open up, we urge you to be cautious and safe. We are available through telemedicine or in-person visits.
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09/01/2020

In a recent review article published in the Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics, a team of researchers, including NESEC Surgeon Dr. Sarav Shah, discuss ACL Surgery over the past 40 years. "Graft selection is among the most debated topics regarding ACL reconstruction along with the role of ACL repair, extra-articular tenodesis, and posterior tibial slope (PTS)” explained Dr. Shah.

http://jcorth.com/2020/01/10/thoughts-on-anterior-cruciate-ligament-surgery-over-the-past-40-years-back-to-the-future/

08/08/2020

Please join Sarav Shah, MD as we discuss the evolution of the Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty into the next generation of Implant design, Surgical technique, and Biomaterials. These improvements have led to diminished complication rates and increased indications.

Aug 18, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST via zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kcO-prDIuEtzKwPS9L3lVrN5GKmmdDVnA

Please register for free using the link above to receive the zoom link. Thank you and hope to see you then!

08/04/2020

Please join Sarav Shah, MD as we discuss the evolution of the Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty into the next generation of Implant design, Surgical technique, and Biomaterials. These improvements have led to diminished complication rates and increased indications.

Aug 18, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST via zoom

Please register for free using the link below to receive the zoom link. Thank you and hope to see you then!

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kcO-prDIuEtzKwPS9L3lVrN5GKmmdDVnA

07/20/2020

In an article published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, NESEC surgeon and Chief of Sports Medicine Dr. Glen Ross describes an effective approach to diagnosis of refractory medial epicondylitis. "Identification of weakness on pronation is a reliable physical examination finding for determining clinically significant pathologic changes in patients with medial epicondylitis." says Dr. Ross.

https://www.jshoulderelbow.org/article/S1058-2746(15)00158-5/fulltext

As the links start to open up, we urge you to be cautious and safe. Should you have Medial Elbow Pain or Medial epicondylitis or commonly what is known as "Golfer's Elbow," we are available through telemedicine or in-person visits. Call us at (617) 738-8642

07/17/2020

In a commentary published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, NESEC Surgeon Dr. Sarav Shah discusses treatment choices for symptomatic rotator cuff tears and the importance of a shared decision-making model. “This study is important in patient education and counseling as we Orthopaedic surgeons continue to strive for each individual patient to have the most prudent options available for measured success. Data from this study can be used to inform patients about expectations for surgical treatment compared with nonoperative treatment and, thus, can be applicable to patient education and care,” explained Dr. Shah.

Commentary on an article by Amos Song, MD, et al.

https://www.jbjs.org/reader.php?id=107357&rsuite_id=2484005&native=1&source=The_Journal_of_Bone_and_Joint_Surgery/102/13/e72/fulltext&topics=sh

05/24/2020

Click to see the latest blog from Dr. Sarav Shah exploring the latest literature evaluating the management of shoulder dislocations in the young and athletic populations.

Recently, multiple studies have been published suggesting a more aggressive approach for shoulder instability may be required to prevent future damage especially in patients under age 21 and who participate in sporting a...

02/03/2020

Check out the latest blog post from Dr. Sarav Shah on the potential harm of steroid injections.

Recently, two studies have been published that has brought to light validating what many of us surgeons have thought for years. Corticosteroid injections may do more harm than good.