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Suprascapular nerve entrapment. Neurophysiological localization in 6 cases
1Institute of Neurology Catholic University Rome, Italy.
Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica
|October 1, 1996
Summary
This study details 6 suprascapular nerve lesion cases, identifying entrapment at the suprascapular or spinoglenoid notch. Electrophysiology precisely located the nerve entrapment site in all patients.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Neurology
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Suprascapular nerve lesions can cause shoulder pain and dysfunction.
- Entrapment at specific anatomical locations, such as the suprascapular and spinoglenoid notches, are common causes.
Observation:
- This report presents 6 clinical cases of suprascapular nerve lesions.
- Three cases involved nerve entrapment at the suprascapular notch.
- Three cases involved nerve entrapment at the spinoglenoid notch.
Findings:
- Electrophysiological investigations were performed in all 6 cases.
- These electrophysiological studies successfully localized the precise site of nerve entrapment.
- The findings confirm the utility of electrodiagnosis in diagnosing suprascapular nerve entrapment.
Implications:
- Accurate localization of suprascapular nerve entrapment is crucial for effective treatment planning.
- Electrophysiological testing is a valuable tool for confirming and localizing these nerve injuries.
- Understanding the common sites of entrapment aids in clinical diagnosis and management of shoulder pathologies.