Shoulder/Elbow News

Published results showed patients from socioeconomic deprived areas may be more likely to miss scheduled physical therapy appointments after arthroscopic labral repair for shoulder instability.

Published results showed patients discharged to a post-acute care facility after total shoulder arthroplasty may be at an increased risk for readmissions compared with patients discharged home.

For patients with rotator cuff tears, augmentation with a bioinductive collagen implant may yield positive outcomes with low rates of retears and improved tendon thickness, according to published results.

Loose-fit and press-fit stems for radial head arthroplasty may yield comparable rates of revision and reoperation, according to published results.

According to published results, preoperative mental health disorders may be associated with increased opioid consumption, complications and costs for patients undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty.

The sternoclavicular joint has high native stability, with static stabilization provided by the joint capsule, costoclavicular and interclavicular ligaments.

Perioperative pain management has undergone a remarkable transformation as more orthopedic procedures are routinely performed on an outpatient basis. Adequate pain relief can significantly impact patient compliance and overall satisfaction.

During the past several years, the role of 3D planning has increased significantly in shoulder surgery.

Published literature has shown increased interest in computer-assisted orthopedic surgery among researchers, with the technology being used for surgical planning, simulation and navigation.

Published results showed total shoulder arthroplasty performed by a high-volume surgeon may decrease medical and surgical complications compared with those performed by low-volume surgeons.