Capsular Release
Capsular Release surgery is performed to treat severe Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder) when non-operative management has not been successful. The procedure surgically releases the tight tissues, breaking the cycle of stiffness and allowing the joint to be move again.
Benefits of Surgery
Significant Pain Reduction
Release the tension and scarring within the joint capsule, alleviating the chronic, aching pain associated with severe frozen shoulder.
Restored Range of Motion
The surgical release aims to address the mechanical block, allowing for significant improvements in your shoulder’s flexibility and ability to move overhead and across the body.
Return to Function
Break the cycle of stiffness and fast-track your recovery, enabling an earlier and more successful return to daily activities, dressing, and driving.
Procedure Information
Dr Richmond has sub-specialist expertise in Capsular Release Surgery.
Following a thorough assessment, including physical examination, MRI, and consideration of your activity level – surgery may be recommended.
Capsular Release is typically performed arthroscopically (minimally invasive keyhole surgery).
A condition where the shoulder joint capsule thickens and tightens, causing pain, stiffness, and restricted movement.
Conditions Treated
During your consultation, Dr Richmond will carefully evaluate your condition and discuss all management options with you, including non-surgical treatments, so you can confidently decide on the right path forward.
Dr Bradley Richmond
Orthopaedic Surgeon - BHB, MBChB, FRACS (Orth)
Dr Bradley Richmond graduated as a Doctor from the University of Auckland in 2004 and trained as a general Orthopaedic Surgeon in New Zealand, obtaining fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2014. He then spent a further 18 months undertaking subspecialty fellowship training in Sydney, working with some of the most respected Knee and Shoulder surgeons in Australia.
For 10 years, until early 2026, Dr Richmond worked as a Staff Specialist at Rockhampton Hospital – providing public Orthopaedic care to Central Queenslanders, and providing training and supervision to Orthopaedic Trainees, Junior Doctors, and International Medical Graduate Specialists.
In April 2024, he commenced part-time private practice, and now does this full-time; focusing exclusively on his areas of specialist expertise – knee and shoulder surgery.
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