Indications

The PROMOS® Modular Shoulder is indicated for:

• Advanced degeneration of the shoulder joint as a result of degenerative, post-traumatic or inflammatory arthritis
• Avascular necrosis of the humeral head
• Complex fractures of the proximal humerus
• Functional impairment especially in the case of post-traumatic loss of the joint configuration

The humeral component is intended for cementless* use. The glenoid component is for use with bone cement only.

*only the cementless humeral component is available in the U.S.

Contraindications

• Acute or chronic infections, local or systemic
• Infected area of operation
• Severe muscle, nerve or vascular diseases of the shoulder
• Lacking bone substance or inadequate bone quality that endangers a stable seating of the prosthesis
• All concomitant diseases that may endanger the function of the implant, such as:
  • Any allergies to implant materials
  • High renal insufficiency
  • High cardiac insufficiency (e.g. as a result of increased metal/ions concentration in the blood)
• Pregnancy
• Neuropathic arthropathy (Charcot Shoulder)