Overview of the Shoulder
Abstract Shoulder problems account for a significant percentage of musculoskeletal disorders that present to the primary care provider. The anatomy of the shoulder is complex, and its extreme range of…
Pain Management: Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Abstract Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a regional neuropathic pain syndrome that usually develops within a few weeks after limb trauma or surgery. CRPS presents with symptoms and exam…
Anterior Shoulder Instability
Abstract Shoulder instability is a common problem that involves excessive translation of the humerus over the glenoid surface, which is normally prevented by both static and dynamic stabilizers. Significant trauma…
Pain Management: Novel and Alternative Therapies for Chronic Pain
Abstract Chronic pain is becoming more prevalent in our aging population. It can be difficult to treat, and often the goal is to manage pain to allow function. Conventional therapies…
Trauma: Compartment Syndrome
Abstract Compartment syndrome is a rare but potentially life-threatening pathology that requires high suspicion. Although there are limited objective measurements, this remains a clinical diagnosis. Traditionally the 6 “Ps” (pain,…
Arthritides
Abstract A brief overview of mechanical and inflammatory joint conditions. KeywordsOsteoarthritis, Inflammatory Arthritis, Gout, Calcium Pyrosphosphate Deposition Disease, Lyme Arthritis ICD-10-CM Codes M19 Osteoarthritis M10 Gout M11 Calcium Pyrophosphate…
Trauma: Heterotopic Ossification and Myositis Ossificans
Abstract Heterotopic ossification is the formation of lamellar bone outside the skeletal system and in the soft tissue. This may occur in the skin, subcutaneous tissue, fibrous tissue adjacent to…
Pain Management: Acute Pain
Abstract Acute pain is the physiologic response and experience to noxious stimuli that is normally sudden in onset and influences behaviors to avoid actual or potential injury to tissue. The…
Neurovascular Disorders: Arterial Conditions in Athletes
Abstract Vascular injury can occur with severe traumatic injury or joint dislocation. In contrast, chronic stress or overuse may cause either damage to the vascular system or symptoms referable to…
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Abstract Osteopenia and osteoporosis are common skeletal disorders characterized by decreased bone mass, disruption of bony microarchitecture with loss of trabeculae, diminished bone strength, and an increased risk of fracture….
