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Measuring 3D In-vivo Shoulder Kinematics using Biplanar Videoradiography
Published on: March 12, 2021
Emergent evaluation of injuries to the shoulder, clavicle, and humerus
Sanjeev Malik1, George Chiampas, Heather Leonard
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 259 East Erie Street, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60610, USA. s-malik@northwestern.edu
Abstract:
This article provides a review of the evaluation and treatment of common injuries to the shoulder, humerus, and clavicle in the emergency department (ED) setting. In addition to a focused review of the shoulder's physical examination, topics include common emergent injuries such as glenohumeral dislocations, proximal humerus fractures, and acromioclavicular separations as well as less common, but important injuries including pectoralis and biceps tendon injuries and sternoclavicular dislocations. Accurate recognition and management of these injuries is essential in the optimal care of patients in the ED.
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