Robotic-Assisted Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty

Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery 2026

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Authors: Mariano E. Menendez, Mark A. Mighell, J. Sánchez-Sotelo, George S. Athwal
DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.25.01537
Cited by: 1
References: 8

Abstract

Robotic-assisted reverse shoulder arthroplasty has recently entered early limited clinical use, with the goal of improving the execution of preoperative plans and reducing malposition outliers that increase complication rates and health-care costs. This Innovation article reviews the rationale for this technology, explores its potential impact, examines key implementation challenges, and highlights the future directions needed to determine its ultimate value.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Shoulder Injury and Treatment Surgical Simulation and Training Surgical site infection prevention

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
108
Issue
9
Pages
618–620
Publication date
4 March 2026
Language
EN