[Experiences with Weber's subcapital rotation osteotomy in recurrent shoulder dislocation]

In 23 patients suffering from recurrent posttraumatic dislocation of the shoulder joint the derotation of the humeral head was performed as described by Weber. A description of the operative technique is given. As recommended by Weber an angled 1/2-tubular plate with 7 holes was used for stable osteosynthesis 17 times. After movement treatment removal of the osteo-synthesis-material was possible 6 to 8 months later. Because of high absence of recidivity with repair of full mobility and full strength the derotation of the humeral head is a treatment of choice in cases of recurrent posttraumatic dislocation of the shoulder joint.