Shoulder/Elbow News

Anterior shoulder instability is a common shoulder pathology, occurring in 1% to 2% of the general population. This instability is caused by injuries to the labrum or capsuloligamentous structures, which normally stabilize the joint.

SAN FRANCISCO — According to results presented here, ChatGPT-4 may provide patients with accurate and reliable medical information on the Latarjet procedure for anterior shoulder instability.

SAN FRANCISCO — Although locking nails and locking plates had similar DASH scores in treatment of proximal humerus fractures, results presented here showed patients who received locking nails had more complications and reoperations.

SAN FRANCISCO — Results presented here showed shoulder and elbow procedures for Medicare patients performed at ASCs had greater cost savings compared with the same procedures performed at hospital outpatient departments.

SAN FRANCISCO — According to results presented here, cannabidiol may be effective in perioperative pain control for patients who previously underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons has announced an expanded partnership with PatientIQ to include the cloud-based platform in the AAOS Shoulder & Elbow Registry, according to a press release.

According to published results, older adults who are considering elective surgery reported concerns about the physical aspects of surgery, as well as the financial and employment consequences.

An 11-year-old left hand-dominant boy with no medical or surgical history presented to the pediatric orthopedic surgery clinic approximately 5 months after falling off a trampoline and falling directly onto his right shoulder.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Samuel Moen, BS, discussed the benefits of forming relationships with employers to advance an orthopedic practice and connect with patients.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Jack M. Bert, MD, discussed several paths to success for private practice and employed orthopedic physicians.