Internal impingement shoulder injuries overview
Internal shoulder impingement is a condition that primarily affects throwing athletes.
What is a rotator cuff tear?
Rotator cuff tears are a common injury of the complex shoulder joint. The shoulder is one of the most amazing joints in the body. The range of motion of your shoulder—the amount of movement at the joint—is greater than in any other joint in the body.
Depuy synthes launches radial head replacement system in the US
The system, which is designed for patients with destabilized radial head fractures, includes side loading spacers and single-use instrument kits to save time in the OR, improve efficiency and reduce costs, according to the release. It is reportedly the first system to use radiolucent trials that allow for better visualization of the elbow joint during trials and more accurate implant sizing during surgery.
Evaluating the Use of Tranexamic Acid in Surgery for Proximal Humerus Fractures
This study adds to the body of evidence on the use of TXA in orthopaedic surgery, with the results indicating that it is a safe and effective treatment to help reduce blood loss when operating on proximal humeral fractures.
7 stretching & strengthening exercises for a frozen shoulder
Frozen shoulder (also known as adhesive capsulitis) is a condition in which the shoulder is stiff, painful, and has limited motion in all directions. Frozen shoulder exercises are usually the cornerstone of treating frozen shoulder.
