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The pathophysiology of shoulder instability.

W N Levine1, E L Flatow

  • 1The Shoulder Service, New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, USA.

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|December 2, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Understanding the normal and unstable shoulder anatomy is crucial for treating athletes. This review details glenohumeral joint anatomy and pathology for better sports medicine care.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Improved understanding of glenohumeral joint anatomy and stability.
  • Advances in identifying causes of shoulder instability.
  • Development of arthroscopic techniques for evaluation and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Review normal glenohumeral joint anatomy.
  • Detail pathoanatomy of the unstable shoulder.
  • Provide essential knowledge for sports medicine specialists treating athletes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of pertinent glenohumeral joint anatomy.
  • Analysis of basic science studies on glenohumeral ligament cutting.
  • Evaluation of clinical and arthroscopic findings in unstable shoulders.

Main Results:

  • Detailed description of normal glenohumeral joint structures.
  • Identification of key pathologic anatomical features in shoulder instability.
  • Synthesis of information from basic science, clinical, and arthroscopic studies.

Conclusions:

  • A thorough understanding of normal and pathologic shoulder anatomy is vital.
  • Sports medicine specialists require this knowledge for optimal patient care.
  • This review serves as a resource for understanding shoulder instability.

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