Many patients ask this question and the answer is yes. Bruising after shoulder surgery is common and normal. After any surgical incision, some blood may leak from small blood vessels under the skin and this causes the bruising. But if you feel concerned about the bruise, you can send us a photo or you can contact us so Dr. Dan can assess and give you advice.

Dr Sommit Dan is a leading Adelaide shoulder specialist. He provides minimally invasive and more complex treatment for all shoulder injuries and conditions. An Australian trained orthopaedic surgeon and highly skilled in arthroscopic (keyhole) shoulder reconstructions, rotator cuff repair and shoulder replacement surgery, Dr Dan treats patients as people. His goal is to his patients navigate the frequently challenging roadmap to recovery, empowering them along the way.