Multidisciplinary Shoulder & Elbow Society Library

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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Neuropathy of the Elbow) cubital tunnel syndrome elbow pain neuropathy ulnar nerve

Introduction

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a compressive neuropathy of the ulnar nerve that occurs due to anatomical compression at the medial aspect of the elbow. 

Clinically, it is diagnosed by the p...

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The Rockwood Classification for AC Joint Separations ac joint dislocations ac joint separations acromioclavicular joint classification systems shoulder instability the rockwood classification the unstable shoulder

The Rockwood Classification for AC Joint Separations

The Rockwood classification is the most widely used system for categorizing acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations, dividing injuries into six t...

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Elbow Stiffness and Contractures elbow arthroscopy elbow contractures elbow osteoarthritis elbow stiffness elbow surgery osteoarthritis

Introduction

Elbow stiffness and contractures of the elbow result in loss of motion and difficulty performing activities of daily living. Morrey et al.1 found the functional arc of elbow motion durin...

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Elbow Septic Arthritis elbow septic arthritis osteomyelitis

Introduction

Septic arthritis is inflammation of the joints secondary to an infectious etiology such as bacterial, fungal, mycobacterial, viral, or other pathogens.1  Septic arthritis is usually mono...

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Neuropathic Arthropathy (Charcot) Elbow charcot elbow arthritis neuropathic arthropathy

Definition

Charcot neuroarthropathy or neuropathic joint or neuropathic arthropathy is a chronic, devastating, and destructive disease of the bone structure and joints in patients with neuropathy; it...

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Shoulder Glenohumeral Ligament Restraint Complex anatomy glenohumeral joint glenohumeral ligament ligaments shoulder stability

Shoulder Glenohumeral Ligament Restraint Complex

Superior Glenohumeral Ligament (SGHL)

The SGHL extends from the anteriosuperior labrum to the humerus. It functions as a primary restraint to inferio...

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A Guide to Imaging for Elbow Osteoarthritis elbow arthritis elbow imaging elbow osteoarthritis elbow radiographs elbow x-rays osteoarthritis

A Systematic Guide to Reading Elbow Osteoarthritis Radiographs

Essential Views

Start with standard anteroposterior (AP) and lateral views of the elbow joint. For complex cases, oblique views can pro...

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Elbow Osteoarthritis Classifications classification elbow arthritis elbow osteoarthritis elbow radiographs elbow x-rays osteoarthritis

Elbow Osteoarthritis Classifications

There are several radiological classification systems for elbow osteoarthritis. The most commonly used ones are:

Broberg and Morrey Classification3,8

This syste...

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Cortisone & Frozen Shoulder adhesive capsulitis corticosteroid cortisone frozen shoulder injection pain relief rehabilitation treatment

We know corticosteroid injection(s) is a proven treatment strategy for adhesive capsulitis.2 

The specific location of the corticosteroid injection has been shown to influence outcomes. Glenohumeral ...

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Flexor Pronator Strain Clinical Pearls clinical pearls elbow pain flexor pronator strain throwing injuries ulnar collateral ligament injury

Introduction

A flexor-pronator mass injury is a muscle tear or strain affecting the flexor-pronator muscles of the elbow joint. This injury is uncommon and primarily seen in athletes participating in...

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Nonoperative Rehabilitation for Shoulder Instability conservative management nonoperative physiotherapy rehabilitation shoulder instability treatment

The goal of nonoperative rehabilitation for shoulder instability is to restore pain-free, normal motor control by employing tailored techniques applied appropriately and at the right time. Effective t...

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