3 Contraindications and considerations for articulation techniques In this chapter we will look at contraindications and considerations that the practitioner should weigh up before undertaking articulation techniques. It is a…
1 Articulation techniques in the treatment of pain and movement In this chapter we will discuss the biomechanics and individual components of movement. We will present a general overview but…
Figure 15.1 Preoperative clinical photos depicting limited range of motion. (a) External rotation at the patient’s side comparing right to left was 25/75. (b) Abduction and forward elevation were severely…
Figure 20.1 AP radiograph of the right shoulder showing cystic change of the greater tuberosity (arrowhead) Figure 20.2 MRI of right shoulder showing a supraspinatus tear (arrowhead) Diagnosis The patient’s…
Figure 3.1 (a–d) Radiographs of the shoulder including true lateral (i.e., Grashey), axillary lateral, supraspinatus outlet, and acromioclaviclular (i.e., Zanca) views were normal except for moderate AC joint osteoarthritis Figure…
Figure 4.1 Radiographs of shoulder. (a) AP view and (b) axillary view of left shoulder demonstrate concentric glenohumeral joint with no evidence of glenohumeral arthritis or proximal humeral migration Figure…
Figure 13.1 (a, b, c, d) Preoperative radiographs Diagnosis/Assessment The patient’s history, physical, and imaging findings are consistent with the diagnosis of cuff arthropathy with good shoulder function. Initial treatment…
Figure 16.1 Three-dimensional reconstruction of routine preoperative CT imaging. With advanced imaging, the superior bone loss can be better quantified and utilized for preoperative planning Diagnosis/Assessment The patient’s history, physical,…
