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Shoulder fusion for paralyzed upper limb

C H Emmelot1, H K Nielsen, W H Eisma

  • 1Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital, Groningen, The Netherlands.

Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|July 1, 1997
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Shoulder fusion surgery can improve daily function for individuals with completely flaccid arms due to brachial plexus injuries. This procedure, combined with elbow orthoses, enhances quality of life and reduces disability.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Neurorehabilitation
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Brachial plexus injuries can lead to flail or afunctional upper limbs.
  • Shoulder fusion is established for flail shoulders with some residual function.
  • Modern orthoses offer elbow stabilization, prompting re-evaluation of shoulder fusion indications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of shoulder fusion on daily abilities in patients with completely flaccid arms from brachial plexus injuries.
  • To assess the benefits of shoulder fusion combined with elbow orthoses for functional recovery.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study design.
  • Comparison of functional outcomes between patients who underwent shoulder fusion and a control group with afunctional, unstable shoulders.

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  • Evaluation of daily abilities and quality of life.

    • Main Results:

    • Patients (12) who underwent shoulder fusion demonstrated a higher functional level compared to the control group (16 patients).
    • Shoulder fusion, alongside elbow stabilizing orthoses, led to reduced disability.
    • Improved quality of life was observed in the shoulder fusion group.

    Conclusions:

    • Shoulder fusion is a beneficial procedure for managing completely flaccid upper limbs resulting from brachial plexus injuries.
    • The combination of shoulder fusion and elbow orthoses significantly enhances functional outcomes and patient well-being.
    • This approach offers a viable solution for improving quality of life in severely affected individuals.