What is frozen shoulder?
Posted on: 26 September, 2021
Source: Medical Xpress
Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity including sleep difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Read more
In terms of glenoid defects, does size matter?
Posted on: 26 September, 2021
Source: Orthopedics This Week
Apparently so. A new study looking at the postoperative recurrence rate after arthroscopic bony Bankart repair found that it was lower in male competitive rugby and American football players with a large glenoid defect, in fact 3x lower, than in those with a small glenoid defect. Read more
Outcomes and complications of distal humeral hemiarthroplasty for distal humeral fractures A systematic review
Posted on: 13 September, 2021
Source: JSES
Distal humeral hemiarthroplasty has been performed for a variety of indications with the most common being management of distal humeral fractures. This systematic review evaluates the outcomes and complications of distal humeral hemiarthroplasty for this pathology. Read more
Reverse Hemiarthroplasty for Staged Revision to Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty
Posted on: 13 September, 2021
Source: ICJR
A 65-year-old female patient presents with a painful and dysfunctional right shoulder 14 years after anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty and subsequent glenoid component removal for aseptic loosening. What are the treatment options for revision shoulder arthroplasty in the setting of significant glenoid-sided bone deficiency? Read more
Don’t let shoulder pain sideline your summer
Posted on: 13 September, 2021
Source: Cleveland Jewish News
Shoulders are among the most frequently injured joints in the body, with the main culprit stemming from the rotator cuff, the part of the shoulder that allows you to lift and rotate your arms. Over 3 million Americans each year are affected by rotator cuff problems. Read more
Subacromial balloon spacer versus partial repair for massive rotator cuff tears
Posted on: 13 September, 2021
Source: Medical Xpress
Use of a biodegradable balloon spacer during massive rotator cuff tear surgery produced similar outcomes when compared to partial rotator cuff repair for patients with massive rotator cuff tears (MRCTs) at 24-month follow up, with potential for early improvement. Read more
Pop goes the shoulder– now what?
Posted on: 13 September, 2021I
Source: University of Utah Health
If you are worried you have a shoulder dislocation, don’t panic, but do get specialized care right away. Read more
Dissecting how pitching affects the glenohumeral joint
Posted on: 13 September, 2021
Source: Orthopedics This Week
A new study has tackled the subtle, but no less important topic of baseball pitching stressors on the glenohumeral joint. According to the study authors, “Long-term pitching activity changes the stress distribution across the glenohumeral joint surface; however, the influence of competitive level on stress-distribution patterns remains unclear.” Read more
An individualized approach to improve surgical outcomes after shoulder dislocation
Posted on: 20 April, 2021
Source: News Medical Life Sciences
A dislocated shoulder is a common sports injury that can occur with a single swing of the tennis racket or an awkward fall on the field. Though popping the bone back into the socket may seem like a simple solution, the reality is more complex. Read more
Return to Sport and Weightlifting Analysis Following Distal Biceps Tendon Repair
Posted on: 20 April, 2021
Source: JSES
Rupture of the distal biceps tendon is an increasingly frequent injury sustained predominantly by middle aged males. Despite the prevalence of sport in this age group, little is known regarding return to sport outcomes following surgery. Read more
What Do Surgeons Need to Know About Pain Management After Shoulder Surgery?
Posted on: 20 April, 2021
Source: ICJR
Dr. Vani Sabesan answers ICJR’s questions about multimodal pain management following shoulder procedures, the role of patient education, and how state laws are changing opioid prescribing habits. Read more
Acromioplasty: Not a one-size-fits-all procedure
Posted on: 20 April, 2021
Source: Healio
Surgeons have performed acromioplasty to reduce pain and prevent rotator cuff disease progression since the 1970s. However, in the past decade, a number of randomized trials have brought the appropriate use of acromioplasty into question. Read more
The clinical impact of arthroscopic vs. open osteocapsular débridement for primary osteoarthritis of the elbow: a systematic review
Posted on: 12 June, 2020
Source: JSES
Primary elbow osteoarthritis (PEOA) is a debilitating disease that can be difficult to treat. Osteocapsular débridement (OD) has been described through various approaches, including arthroscopic and open approaches, with successful outcomes in treating PEOA. The purpose of this review was to compare the clinical results of arthroscopic vs. open OD for PEOA. Read more
Sports Injury Prevention Using the 10 Percent Rule
Posted on: 12 June, 2020
Source: Verywell Fit
Once you know you can safely exercise the main thing to remember is that you need to progress slowly. The 10 percent rule is a guideline many fitness experts use to help both experts and beginners avoid injury, yet they still see continual improvement in performance. Read more
Exercises to Strengthen Your Rotator Cuff Muscles
Posted on: 12 June, 2020
Source: Verywell Health
The rotator cuff muscles can be prone to inflammation and tears during overhead activities or due to wear and tear. An important way to reduce tears or rotator cuff injury is by strengthening these muscles. Read more