Posterior shoulder dislocations are relatively uncommon, comprising only 2-4% of all shoulder dislocations. Thus, posterior dislocations often go undiagnosed, and can lead to severe consequences for ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . An increased number of preoperative shoulder dislocations is a significant predictor and modifiable risk factor ...

I almost made it through the season without injury, but I fell snowboarding over the weekend and dislocated my shoulder. Does this mean I need surgery? Shoulders are inherently unstable joints. Unlike ...

Concomitant rotator cuff tears in association with proximal humerus fractures were found to be relatively common and associated with older patients as well as those with a fracture-dislocation, ...

Posterior shoulder dislocation occurs when the top of the upper arm bone, known as the humerus, moves backward out of its socket. This causes pain, muscle spasms, and a limited range of motion. The ...

Background Shoulder dislocation is a common sporting injury. Glenoid deficiency is thought to be a risk factor for recurrent shoulder dislocations. This study was performed to assess the role of CT ...

Prosthetic replacement of the humeral head is indicated for the treatment of chronic unreduced dislocations and fracture dislocations of the shoulder, because damage to the humeral head may be ...

Dr. Gregory Gasbarro with Mercy Medical Center said older women see metabolic changes. As that happens, things like ...