Overview Chapter synopsis Overhead-throwing athletes place a tremendous amount of force on their elbows during activity. Over time, this may lead to inflammatory conditions, posteromedial impingement, osteophytes, and loose bodies. Elbow arthroscopy has become the treatment of choice for these…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Stiffness and contracture of the elbow are common after elbow injury, surgical interventions, and with arthritic conditions. Initial treatments are typically nonoperative and include static bracing and structured rehabilitation. For patients who experience suboptimal motion that severely…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Valgus extension overload can cause posteromedial pain in the thrower’s elbow as osteophytes form on the posteromedial aspect of the olecranon and impinge on the olecranon fossa. Repetitive microtrauma results in the attenuation and instability of the…
Overview Chapter synopsis Osteochondritis dissecans is a multifactorial focal insult to the articular surface resulting in separation of the articular cartilage and subchondral bone. In the elbow, the most common location for osteochondritis dissecans is the capitellum and generally it…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis A thorough understanding of the indications for elbow arthroscopy and the anatomic structures about the elbow allows safe and effective arthroscopic treatment of a number of elbow disorders. Appropriate patient positioning and correct portal placement are essential.…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Surgical management of athletic injuries of the elbow necessitates a detailed understanding of the intricate anatomy and the complex range of functions of the elbow. This chapter provides a detailed, technical anatomic overview. Following surgical intervention, return…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Glenohumeral arthritis in the young and active population remains a challenge. Chondrolysis is defined as a diffuse, rapid cartilage destruction with narrowing or loss of joint space. A detailed patient history, examination, and advanced imaging modalities are…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Pectoralis minor syndrome results from pathologic tightness or hyperactivity of the pectoralis minor that can produce periscapular and neurogenic symptoms. Non-responders to physical therapy can be treated successfully with arthroscopic pectoralis minor tenotomy Important points A history…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis The incidence of pectoralis major muscle tears continues to increase. Understanding the mechanism of injury and a thorough physical examination are essential for the proper diagnosis of such injury. For active, high-demand individuals, surgical repair is recommended…
OVERVIEW Chapter synopsis Acromioclavicular joint injuries are among the most common shoulder injuries. Classification and indication for surgical or nonsurgical treatment are based on clinical and radiologic findings. Recent surgical techniques allow for anatomic reconstruction of the unstable joint. Important…