Overview
Sports shoulder injuries range from rotator cuff strains to labral tears, instability and fractures. Athletes place extreme demands on the shoulder requiring precision diagnosis and rehabilitation. Mr Mitra combines orthopaedic expertise with sports medicine knowledge to return athletes to sport at full performance level.
Common symptoms
- Sharp pain during throwing or overhead activities
- Instability sensation ("dead arm" feeling)
- Weakness affecting throwing or sport performance
- Pain that develops gradually with overuse
The procedure
Mr Mitra assesses the specific injury through clinical examination and imaging. Most sports injuries initially receive conservative treatment including physiotherapy, strength training and activity modification. For persistent symptoms or structural injuries, arthroscopic surgery enables precise repair with minimal tissue damage and rapid recovery.
Recovery
Conservative treatment recovery involves gradual return to sport over 6-12 weeks with sport-specific physiotherapy. Surgical cases require 3-6 months recovery depending on procedure complexity. Progressive rehabilitation focuses on sport-specific demands. Most athletes return to full performance level within 4-6 months.
Quick facts
Assessment time
30-45 minutes
Treatment
Often conservative initially, surgery if needed
Recovery
6-12 weeks (conservative), 3-6 months (surgical)
Return to sport rate
85-95% with proper treatment
Covered by all major UK insurers. No GP referral needed for self-pay.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your recovery pathway
From your first appointment to full recovery, here’s exactly what to expect — so you know every step before you even book.
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You get seen
Initial consultation and examination with Mr Mitra to confirm your diagnosis.
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