Soft tissue masses are frequently seen in children. Although most are benign or reactive, soft tissue sarcomas (STS)-both rhabdomyosarcoma (most common) and non-rhabdo STS, do occur in the extremities. Appropriate…
Computer-assisted orthopedic surgery (CAOS) was introduced, developed, and implemented in musculoskeletal tumor surgery recently to enhance surgical precision in resecting malignant and benign tumors. The origins of computer-assisted surgery were…
Os acromiale is a common finding in shoulder surgery. We review the anatomy, prevalence, pathophysiology, and treatment options for this diagnosis. In addition, we report on a case series of…
Many acute hand and upper extremity infections should be treated as surgical emergencies to avoid stiffness, contracture, pain, and amputation. Proper treatment requires understanding of anatomy and how this influences…
Lateral epicondylitis has several different treatment methods, with no single agreed upon therapy. This article summarizes the current literature on injection therapies for lateral epicondylitis. Glucocorticoid, botulinum toxin, autologous blood,…
The spastic shoulder can often result from brain injury that causes disruption in the upper motor neuron inhibitory pathways. Patients develop dyssynergic muscle activation, muscle weakness, and contractures and often…
Adult traumatic brachial plexus injury involves injury of the C5-T1 spinal nerves. Common patterns of injury include “upper arm” and “total arm” types. The specific signs of preganglionic avulsion injury…
The concept of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) emerged following the observation that FAI can be precipitated by acetabular reorientation and can produce new labral damage. Interest in the association between chondrolabral…
The long-established study of osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) has opened a realm of scientific research surrounding connective tissue disorders. Over the past decade alone there have been vast advancements in the…
The purpose of this article is to review the current theories regarding prevalence, mechanism, and prevention strategies for overuse injuries in a young athletic population. This information provides valuable insight…
