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Lateral Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction with Tibialis Anterior Allograft and Internal Brace after Septic Elbow Defects
Chronic lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL) insufficiency of the elbow can develop after trauma or infection, resulting in instability and loss of motion. Although internal bracing has demonstrated promising biomechanical strength, clinical evidence combining it with allograft reconstruction remains scarce. We describe a reproducible technique for LUCL reconstruction using a tibialis anterior allograft augmented with an internal brace in patients with post-infectious lateral elbow defects.
Source: CiOS
Favorable Functional Outcomes and Low Instability Recurrence Rates After the Latarjet Procedure in Adolescent Patients: A Systematic Review
Purpose: To assess clinical, functional, and radiographic outcomes as well as return-to-sports (RTS) rates in adolescent patients (aged 10-19 years according to the World Health Organization) who underwent the Latarjet procedure.
Source: Arthroscopy Journal
When Not to Have Rotator Cuff Surgery
The rotator cuff is the group of muscles and tendons that surround the ball-and-socket shoulder joint. It is comprised of several muscles and three shoulder joint bones: the humerus, scapula, and clavicle. When a rotator cuff tears, one of the tendons connected to the head of the humerus is either partially or completely detached.
Source: Verywell health
Signs of a Rotator Cuff Tear and How to Help It Heal
A rotator cuff tear can cause shoulder pain and difficulty moving your arm, especially at night. Treatment usually involves rest and physical therapy, though more severe cases may need surgery.
Source: Verywell health
13 Shoulder Stabilization Exercises
Learn how shoulder stabilization exercises can alleviate pain and restore arm function. Start with light exercises, stretching, and then strengthening exercises to improve shoulder stability.
Source: Verywell health