Combining clinical excellence with compassionate care
Specialist in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Mr Richard Heasley, MBChB, MRCS, FRCS (Tr & Orth) is a leading Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist focus on shoulder and upper limb conditions. With extensive experience in both arthroscopic (keyhole) techniques and complex reconstructive procedures, we provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and surgical care for a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders.
Our approach combines clinical excellence with compassionate care, ensuring each patient receives a personalised treatment plan tailored to their lifestyle, goals, and recovery needs.
Conditions Treated
RH Shoulder Surgeon offers comprehensive care for both acute and chronic conditions affecting the shoulder and elbow, including:
Shoulder Conditions
Rotator Cuff Tears – Partial or full-thickness tears affecting shoulder strength and mobility
Subacromial Impingement – Pain caused by tendon compression beneath the shoulder blade
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) – Stiffness and pain due to inflammation of the shoulder capsule
Shoulder Arthritis – Degenerative joint disease, causing pain and reduced range of motion
Shoulder Instability & Dislocations – Recurrent dislocations or looseness in the shoulder joint
Labral Tears (e.g. SLAP lesions) – Damage to the cartilage rim surrounding the shoulder socket
AC Joint Arthritis – Pain and swelling at the collarbone joint
Calcific Tendonitis – Calcium deposits within the rotator cuff tendons
Fractures – Including clavicle, proximal humerus, and scapular fractures
Elbow Conditions
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) – Overuse injury causing pain on the outer elbow
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis) – Pain on the inner side of the elbow due to tendon strain
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome – Compression of the ulnar nerve, causing numbness and weakness
Distal Biceps Rupture – Tear of the biceps tendon near the elbow
Biceps Tendonitis – Inflammation of the biceps tendon, causing anterior elbow pain
Surgical & Non-Surgical Treatments
We provide a full spectrum of treatment options, from conservative management to advanced surgical procedures:
Minimally Invasive & Arthroscopic Procedures
Shoulder Arthroscopy – Diagnostic and therapeutic keyhole surgery to treat tendon tears, instability, impingement, frozen shoulder or AC joint arthritis/pain
Rotator Cuff Repair – Reattachment of torn tendons
Stabilisation/SLAP Repair – repair of labral tears of the shoulder
Capsular Release – Treatment for frozen shoulder
AC Joint Repair – Stabilisation of the collarbone joint
Reconstructive & Open Surgeries
Distal Biceps Repair – Restoration of elbow strength and function
Ulnar Nerve Release – Decompression of the nerve in cubital tunnel syndrome
Golfers & Tennis Elbow Release – Relief from chronic tendon pain
Shoulder Replacement (Total & Reverse) – For severe arthritis or irreparable rotator cuff damage
Fracture Fixation – Surgical repair of broken bones
Regenerative & Injection Therapies
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injections – Promoting healing in tendon and joint injuries
Steroid Injections – Targeted relief for inflammation and pain
Specialist Sports Injury Expertise
Richard Heasley runs specialist clinics for sports-related shoulder and elbow injuries, treating both amateur and professional athletes. His particular interest in cricket-related injuries is informed by personal experience - his sons are active players at Heaton Mersey Cricket Club, and his wife is involved with the Heaton Mersey and Cheadle Women's Cricket Team.
Common sports injuries treated include:
Shoulder dislocations and instability
SLAP tears
AC joint separations
Rotator cuff injuries
Tendinopathies and overuse syndromes
Distal biceps ruptures
Clinic Locations
RH Shoulder Surgeon holds private patient consultations at two convenient locations near Manchester. Appointments are available for consultations, diagnostics, and follow-up care.
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Highfield Hospital, Rochdale
A leading private hospital offering comprehensive orthopaedic care.
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Medical Imaging Partnership, Stockport
Advanced diagnostic and outpatient services.
Professional Affiliations
Mr Richard Heasley is a proud member of the following professional bodies:
These affiliations reflect his commitment to ongoing education, research, and excellence in orthopaedic surgery.
Book a consultation today to begin your journey toward recovery and restored mobility
If you're experiencing shoulder or elbow pain, have suffered a traumatic or sports injury, or are seeking expert surgical advice, Richard Heasley Shoulder Surgeon is here to help.
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