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Shoulder & Elbow Specialists in Arlington & Mansfield, TX

Expert care for shoulder and elbow injuries, helping you reduce pain, restore strength, and return to the activities you enjoy.

Advanced Shoulder & Elbow Care for Pain, Injury & Strength

Shoulder and elbow injuries can affect your ability to lift, throw, and perform everyday movements. At TMI Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery, our specialists provide advanced care for a wide range of upper extremity conditions, from sports injuries to degenerative joint issues. Our goal is to relieve pain, restore strength and stability, and help patients return to work, sports, and daily activities with confidence.

Our Shoulder & Elbow Specialists

James Carr, MD

James Carr, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Tariq Hendawi, MD

Tariq Hendawi, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Keith Meister, MD

Keith Meister, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Steven Niedermeier, MD

Steven Niedermeier, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

William J. Robertson, MD

William J. Robertson, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Shoulder & Elbow Conditions Treated

Our team diagnoses and treats a full range of shoulder and elbow conditions, including:

Rotator cuff tears (acute and degenerative)
Shoulder instability and dislocations
Labral tears (SLAP tears)
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Shoulder impingement and bursitis
Clavicle (collarbone) fractures
Elbow fractures and traumatic injuries
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
Cubital tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve compression)
Biceps tendon injuries and ruptures

These conditions may develop from sports participation, repetitive motion, aging, or acute injury, and can significantly impact strength, mobility, and quality of life.

Shoulder & Elbow Treatments & Procedures

TMI Sports Medicine offers both non-surgical and surgical treatment options, tailored to each patient’s condition and activity level.

Non-Surgical Treatments

Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Activity modification and return-to-play planning
Anti-inflammatory medications
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
Ultrasound-guided injections

Surgical Treatments

Arthroscopic shoulder surgery and rotator cuff repair
Shoulder labral repair and stabilization procedures
Elbow arthroscopy (minimally invasive procedures)
Elbow ligament reconstruction (Tommy John surgery)
Biceps tendon repair

Whenever possible, our team emphasizes conservative treatment first, with surgery recommended only when necessary to restore joint function and stability.

Advanced Shoulder & Elbow Care for Athletes

TMI Sports Medicine is nationally recognized for treating overhead and throwing athletes, particularly in baseball and other high-demand sports.

Team physicians for the Texas Rangers (MLB)
Expertise in throwing biomechanics and injury prevention
Advanced care for UCL injuries (Tommy John surgery)
Sport-specific rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols

Repetitive throwing motions place significant stress on the shoulder and elbow joints, making proper diagnosis and treatment critical for long-term performance and injury prevention.

Our specialists treat athletes at all levels - from youth and high school competitors to collegiate and professional athletes.

Who We Treat

We provide care for:

Professional and collegiate athletes
High school and youth athletes
Active adults and fitness enthusiasts
Patients with work-related or repetitive motion injuries

Whether your condition is sports-related or part of everyday activity, our goal is to help you regain strength, mobility, and confidence in your movement.

Why Choose TMI Sports Medicine for Shoulder & Elbow Care?

Board-certified orthopedic specialists
Nationally recognized expertise in throwing injuries
Minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques
Coordinated care from diagnosis through rehabilitation
Trusted by professional athletes and active patients alike

Hear What Other Patients Have to Say

Our son is a pitcher, and he tore his UCL in February of his freshman year of college. It took a little while to determine his diagnosis and to find the doctor who would work best for us, but once we contacted TMI Sports Medicine, Tanner was able to get an appointment, plan of action, and have surgery within 2 weeks. As a parent, insurance was also important to us, and even though we were from out of state, TMI got it all handled and approved even faster than the doctor we saw in our home state!!!

We chose Dr. Hendawi because he offers more than just the traditional Tommy John surgery with the hybrid version which we believed would provide the best long term strength for his return to the mound. From start to finish, Dr. Hendawi, Haley (his PA), and Zach (TMI’s PT) took amazing care for our son. He was released yesterday to start his pitching return, and he is already throwing within 3-4 mph of his original velocity. He doesn’t have any pain. We would chose Dr. Hendawi and the team at TMI Sports Medicine again if we had any other issues for anyone in our family!!!!

Christina N.
Dr Meister is bar none hands down the top orthopedic surgeon at what he does in the country. He is heading towards world renowned status. I hear people come from all over the country just for his expertise and I have witnessed it first hand. Our son plays baseball and we have been coming to Dr Meister for many years from High School to now at a major college with our son from various injuries due to pitching. Dr Meister does 1000’s of surgeries and could have recommended surgery right up front however he did not and tried everything to avoid it. He give injections and even told our son he “did not” want to do the surgery if he could avoid it. He said try this injection and hopefully this will work. After several visits with the injections not working we decided to do the surgery. His facility and team were over the top. Dr Meister has numerous people come in there after failed attempts from other surgeons from everywhere to finally get the prior issue resolved with Dr Meister. I don’t get these negative reviews because Dr Meister’s work is the best you will find. This is why the highest profile MLB players come from all over the country to see him and he’s the Texas Rangers Team Surgeon. Thanks Dr Meister.

FA
Our soccer player has seen Dr. Au for a broken arm & a broken collarbone & received excellent care both times. He genuinely cares about his patience & made our teenager (& us) feel like we were in good hands. Easy to get an appt quickly & great/ easy communication. Wonderful office staff as well.

Christie W.

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Shoulder & Elbow | Frequently Asked Questions

What causes shoulder and elbow pain?

Shoulder and elbow pain can be caused by overuse, sports injuries, tendon damage, arthritis, or trauma such as fractures or dislocations.

Do I need surgery for a rotator cuff tear or elbow injury?

Not always. Many conditions can be treated with physical therapy, injections, and non-surgical care. Surgery is only recommended when necessary.

What is Tommy John surgery?

Tommy John surgery is a procedure used to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in the elbow, commonly seen in throwing athletes.

How long does it take to recover from shoulder or elbow surgery?

Recovery time varies depending on the procedure but may range from a few months to up to a year for full return to activity, especially for athletes.