Pediatrics Orthopedics
Shital N. Parikh, MD, Editor William John Little (1810–1894) first described the deformities related to spastic rigidity, traceable to causes operative at birth, based on his personal encounter with about…
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Techniques for the Surgical Treatment of Distal Tibia Fractures
Surgical management of extra-articular distal tibia fractures has evolved because of the high rate of complications with conventional techniques and the technically challenging aspects of the surgery. Open reduction and…
Current and Future Trends in the Diagnosis of Periprosthetic Hip Infection
The challenge of confirming the diagnosis of prosthetic hip infection is two-fold. First, the presentation of the patient with a prosthetic hip infection often has limited or few subjective complaints…
Component Selection in Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty
Component selection for revision total hip arthroplasty is important for creating a stable hip, providing offset to maximize joint mechanics, and restoring appropriate leg lengths. On the femoral side, fully…
Elbow Injuries in the Throwing Athlete
High valgus and extension loads imparted to the athlete’s elbow during repetitive overhead throwing can lead to acute and chronic pathology. Over time, normal soft tissue and bony stabilizing structures…
Thrower’s Fracture of the Humerus
Thrower’s fractures are spiral fractures of the humerus caused by forceful throwing of a ball. Although these fractures have been cited in the literature, little research exists regarding the significance…
Upper Extremity Considerations for Oncologic Surgery
It was estimated that more than 3000 people would be diagnosed with a primary bone or joint malignancy and more than 11,000 people would be diagnosed with a soft tissue…
Management of Bone Loss in Glenohumeral Instability
This review discusses the evaluation and management of bone loss in glenohumeral instability. The glenohumeral joint may experience a dislocation or subluxation associated with traumatic injury or through repetitive atraumatic…
Upper Extremity
Asif M. Ilyas, MD, Editor In this issue of the Orthopedic Clinics of North America , we present several interesting articles in the Upper Extremity section reviewing a broad range…
