Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Issues And Trends In Healthcare Delivery System01:29

Issues And Trends In Healthcare Delivery System

6.4K
The issues and trends in healthcare delivery are constantly changing. The COVID-19 pandemic is one recent issue that wreaked havoc on healthcare systems, causing a shortage of healthcare workers, high demand for medicines and supplies, and increased medical expenditure due to a lack of insurance. Other issues include rising healthcare costs and care fragmentation.
Cost Containment
Payment for healthcare services has historically promoted adoption of costly and often unnecessary or inefficient...
6.4K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Professional gallery.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2017
Same author

Gallery. Medical illustrations.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2013
Same journal

Using art to understand the neuroanatomy of the cerebellum.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
Same journal

Environmental graphics design as visual communication in pediatric waiting area: a comparative observational study of behavioral and affective responses.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
Same journal

IMI new voices 2025.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
Same journal

The art of microscopic anatomy.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
Same journal

IMI new voices 2025.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
Same journal

Drawing in craniofacial surgery: cognitive, educational, and communicative roles.

Journal of visual communication in medicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 20, 2026

Voxel Printing Anatomy: Design and Fabrication of Realistic, Presurgical Planning Models through Bitmap Printing
11:36

Voxel Printing Anatomy: Design and Fabrication of Realistic, Presurgical Planning Models through Bitmap Printing

Published on: February 9, 2022

3.3K

Creating a digital medical illustration.

Joanna Culley1

  • 1a Medical Artist Ltd , Surrey , UK.

Journal of Visual Communication in Medicine
|June 1, 2016
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This guide details creating digital medical illustrations for frozen shoulder surgery using Adobe software. It also offers insights into managing freelance medical illustration commissions effectively.

Keywords:
Digital artdigital mediafrozen shoulderglenohumeral jointmedical art and illustration

More Related Videos

Scaled Anatomical Model Creation of Biomedical Tomographic Imaging Data and Associated Labels for Subsequent Sub-surface Laser Engraving SSLE of Glass Crystals
07:57

Scaled Anatomical Model Creation of Biomedical Tomographic Imaging Data and Associated Labels for Subsequent Sub-surface Laser Engraving SSLE of Glass Crystals

Published on: April 25, 2017

8.8K
Digital Hybrid Model Preparation for Virtual Planning of Reconstructive Dentoalveolar Surgical Procedures
09:10

Digital Hybrid Model Preparation for Virtual Planning of Reconstructive Dentoalveolar Surgical Procedures

Published on: August 5, 2021

2.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 20, 2026

Voxel Printing Anatomy: Design and Fabrication of Realistic, Presurgical Planning Models through Bitmap Printing
11:36

Voxel Printing Anatomy: Design and Fabrication of Realistic, Presurgical Planning Models through Bitmap Printing

Published on: February 9, 2022

3.3K
Scaled Anatomical Model Creation of Biomedical Tomographic Imaging Data and Associated Labels for Subsequent Sub-surface Laser Engraving SSLE of Glass Crystals
07:57

Scaled Anatomical Model Creation of Biomedical Tomographic Imaging Data and Associated Labels for Subsequent Sub-surface Laser Engraving SSLE of Glass Crystals

Published on: April 25, 2017

8.8K
Digital Hybrid Model Preparation for Virtual Planning of Reconstructive Dentoalveolar Surgical Procedures
09:10

Digital Hybrid Model Preparation for Virtual Planning of Reconstructive Dentoalveolar Surgical Procedures

Published on: August 5, 2021

2.4K

Area of Science:

  • Medical Illustration
  • Digital Artistry
  • Surgical Visualization

Background:

  • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a common condition requiring surgical intervention.
  • Accurate visual representation is crucial for understanding surgical procedures.
  • Digital tools offer advanced capabilities for creating detailed medical artwork.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate a digital workflow for creating medical illustrations of the glenohumeral joint release surgery.
  • To provide a practical example for artists using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • To offer guidance on the administrative aspects of freelance medical illustration commissions.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing Adobe Illustrator for initial linework and structural elements.
  • Employing Adobe Photoshop for color application, shading, and final rendering.
  • Documenting the step-by-step process of illustrating the surgical release of the glenohumeral joint.
  • Incorporating professional freelance artist insights on commission management.

Main Results:

  • A comprehensive digital illustration of the glenohumeral joint release procedure was successfully created.
  • The workflow effectively translates complex surgical steps into clear visual information.
  • The process highlights the versatility of Adobe software in medical art.

Conclusions:

  • Digital media, specifically Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, provides a powerful platform for medical illustration.
  • This methodology serves as a valuable resource for artists and medical professionals seeking clear visual explanations of surgical procedures like frozen shoulder treatment.
  • Effective administration is key to a successful freelance medical illustration career.