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  • Managing Pain in Shoulder Arthroplasty Patients

    Posted on: 04 November, 2019

    Regional anesthesia – specifically, interscalene blocks – have been advocated as an alternative to intravenous opioids to manage pain in patients undergoing primary shoulder arthroplasty. They’ve generally done a good job of providing analgesia. [1-3] The problem, as described by Thomas (Quin) Throckmorton, MD, during a presentation at ICJR’s 7th Annual Shoulder Course, is that interscalene blocks are associated with some pretty serious side effects, including respiratory side effects similar to those associated with opioid use.

    Source: ICJR

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  • Causes of Rotator Cuff Pain and Treatment Options

    Posted on: 20 September, 2019

    Rotator cuff pain is most commonly caused by an inflamed tendon (tendinitis) or torn tendon. The quality of the pain may range from a dull, aching sensation to sharp pain that moves down the upper arm when reaching overhead or sleeping on the affected side. Interestingly, the intensity of the pain does not necessarily correlate with the degree of the injury.

    Source: Verywell Health

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  • Elbow Arthritis Treatment and Symptoms

    Posted on: 20 September, 2019

    Elbow arthritis is relatively uncommon compared to arthritis of other joints in the body including the hands, hips, and knees. That said, some people suffer from symptoms of painful arthritis symptoms and require treatment for this condition.

    Source: Verywell Health

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  • Bilateral Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for 2 Different Etiologies

    Posted on: 20 September, 2019

    Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) was originally designed for the treatment of end-stage rotator cuff arthropathy. Prior to its development, the best option for patients with this disease was a hemiarthroplasty, which helped with pain relief but was not as reliable for restoring shoulder function.

    Source: ICJR

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  • Long-term outcomes of total elbow arthroplasty for distal humeral fracture: results from a prior randomized clinical trial

    Posted on: 20 September, 2019

    Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is a reliable treatment for elderly patients with comminuted intra-articular distal humeral fractures. However, the longevity and long-term complications associated with this procedure are unknown.

    Source: JSES

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