Research

The unit's work includes basic scientific and clinical studies, as well as the development and introduction of new techniques in both arthroscopic and open surgery.

We have introduced the concept of a 'One-stop clinic' for diagnosis and treatment of shoulder problems by performing an Ultrasound scan of the shoulder at the first consultation, saving the patient time and discomfort and initiating treatment without delay.

The unit is the world centre for shoulder resurfacing and stemless reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.

Development of arthroscopic techniques and instruments, and It has also pioneered the use of thermal shrinkage for arthroscopic stabilisation, following extensive research.

There is regular collaborative research between the Reading Shoulder Unit, Reading University, Brunel university, Manchester university and Imperial College, London and Ben-Gurion University, Beer Sheva, Israel.

An Interview with Prof. Ofer Levy - Surgeon Inventor on the Ortho Show