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Subacromial impingement syndrome in hereditary multiple exostoses
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|August 1, 1986
Summary
Hereditary multiple exostoses can cause subacromial pain due to mechanical impingement. This rare condition requires systematic investigation to rule out other common pain sources.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Genetics
- Pain Management
Background:
- Subacromial pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint.
- Hereditary multiple exostoses (HME) is a genetic disorder characterized by the development of multiple bony growths.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old female patient presented with subacromial pain.
- The pain was attributed to mechanical impingement caused by exostoses.
Findings:
- Exostoses arising from the shoulder girdle can lead to impingement syndrome.
- Systematic evaluation is crucial for patients with HME to identify potential pain generators.
Implications:
- This case highlights an unusual cause of shoulder pain in the context of HME.
- Early diagnosis and management of HME-related complications are important for patient outcomes.