Do Shoulder Injections Cause Scar Tissue? Dr. Eric Janssen

Dr. Eric Janssen is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine with a focus on knee and shoulder surgery. He recently presented a program on shoulder injuries and treatment options. Dr. Janssen was asked if an injection could cause scar tissue. Here he explains when injections are appropriate, how often they can be given and where they should be given. They do not cause scar tissue. We have Dr. Janssen's entire program, "Why My Shoulder Hurts?" on our channel along with more questions and answers. Dr. Janssen has been in practice for over 20 years. He is founder and principal partner of SportsMED Orthopaedic Surgery & Spine Center and sees patients in two North Alabama locations; Huntsville and Cullman.