Musculoskeletal Key

Instability WESTERN WISDOM: “No man ever drowned in his own sweat.” INTRODUCTION Instability of the shoulder is a vast topic with classification schemes that have focused on various elements such…

SLAP Lesions and the Biceps WESTERN WISDOM “If you don’t have a damn good lie, you’re best off stickin’ to the truth.” INTRODUCTION There is considerable controversy over the management…

The Overhead Athlete WESTERN WISDOM “If you find yourself in a hole, stop diggin’.” INTRODUCTION The overhead athlete’s quest for excellence is itself a major conundrum. On the one hand,…

Revision Rotator Cuff Repairs WESTERN WISDOM “A man’s worth comes not from holdin’ a good hand, but from playin’ a poor one well.” INTRODUCTION There are numerous conundra that the…

Difficult and Unusual Rotator Cuff Tears WESTERN WISDOM “If you ain’t sittin’ on the edge, you’re takin’ up too much space.” INTRODUCTION Rotator cuff tears represent the most common condition…