Shoulder Arthroscopy - Creating an Affordable Training Model

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Surgical Education
• Medical Simulation

Background:

• Shoulder arthroscopy is a common surgical procedure.
• Effective and affordable training models are crucial for surgical education.
• Existing models can be expensive and inaccessible.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a low-cost, accessible training model for shoulder arthroscopy.
• To simulate the common patient positioning used in shoulder arthroscopy procedures.
• To provide a practical tool for enhancing the skills of medical students and residents.

Main Methods:

• Constructed a training model using a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) knee joint pipe and a synthetic shoulder.
• Arranged components to replicate lateral recumbency with upper limb traction.
• Incorporated anatomical landmarks like glenoid dots and a partial rotator cuff model.

Main Results:

• Successfully created a functional shoulder arthroscopy training model.
• The model's cost was below US$ 100, making it highly affordable.
• The design effectively simulates key aspects of the surgical setup.

Conclusions:

• The developed model offers an inexpensive and practical solution for shoulder arthroscopy training.
• This training tool can significantly benefit the practical education of aspiring surgeons.
• The model's ease of creation and low cost promote wider accessibility in surgical training programs.