Our Diagnostic Services

It is important to get an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your shoulder pain so that you can receive the correct treatment. At the Total Joint Center, we specialize in evaluating and diagnosing shoulder problems.

As part of your evaluation and diagnosis, the doctor will review your history; why are you coming to see the doctor? When and how did your shoulder pain start? In addition, the doctor will perform a physical exam. To perform the physical exam the doctor needs to move your hip through its range of motion and test the strength of your muscles.

As a result of the exam the doctor may ask you to have an x-ray, an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), an arthrogram or an aspiration arthrogram, or a gadolinium scan. These tests will help the doctor make a differential diagnosis. (If you already have x-rays, please bring them with you.)

To make an appointment with a doctor, please call (415) 353-6380.