Ian S. Patten and Uma Srikumaran Summary Adequate management of pain after shoulder surgery is paramount to post-operative recovery. Regional anesthesia has proven to provide superior pain control and recovery….
Alexander Bitzer and Uma Srikumaran Summary Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) refers to a group of conditions that produce varying neurologic or vascular symptoms depending on the etiology. Etiologies include compression…
Andrew Schneider and Uma Srikumaran Summary This chapter presents a condensed overview of the incidence, etiology, presentation, and treatment options for medial and lateral scapular winging. Though relatively rare, undiagnosed…
Diana Zhu and Uma Srikumaran Summary Proximal humeral fractures are the third most common fractures and affect both young and elderly patients. Neer’s classification system is commonly used in determining…
Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary Clavicle fracture account for approximately 5% of adult fractures and there continues to be controversy in the ideal treatment. Clavicle fracture – collarbone –…
Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary The reverse shoulder prosthesis was developed to address issues encountered while treating end stage glenohumeral arthritis in the setting of rotator cuff deficiency. Indications…
Matthew Binkley and Joseph Ferraro Summary With an ever-aging population, osteoarthritis of the shoulder has become an increasingly prevalent condition for the primary care physician and the orthopaedic surgeon alike….
Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary Shoulder replacement has its origins in France in 1893. Since then, there have been many advances in the implant and technique for shoulder arthroplasty….
Eric G. Huish Jr and Uma Srikumaran Summary Glenohumeral instability frequently requires surgical intervention to prevent recurrence. Various techniques are utilized depending on the direction of instability and the presence…
Alexander E. Loeb and Uma Srikumaran Summary An anterior shoulder dislocation commonly presents as an acute shoulder injury from direct trauma. Young, active males and patients with glenoid bone loss…
