22 research outputs found
Fractureâdislocation of the shoulder and brachial plexus palsy: a terrible association
Primary post-traumatic anterior dislocation of the shoulder with associated fracture of the greater tuberosity and brachial plexus injury is rare and, to our knowledge, has never previously been reported in the literature. We present a case of this unhappy triad in which a brachial plexus injury was diagnosed and treated 3Â weeks later. The characteristics of this rare condition are discussed on the basis of our case and the published literature in order to improve early diagnosis and treatment of this lesion
Clinical use of supinator motor branch transfer to the posterior interosseous nerve in C7âT1 brachial plexus palsies
Myofascial syndromes
Myofascial forearm pain can be caused by chronic exertional compartment syndrome of the forearm (CECSf) and forearm splints. These conditions are rare in the general population, however, amongst athletes participating in particular sports they are common. This chapter outlines the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, investigation and treatment of ECSF and forearm splints. Other causes of forearm pain that affect athletes are outside the scope of this chapter and are outlined in Table 9.2.</p
Long-term results of lunocapitate arthrodesis with scaphoid excision for SLAC and SNAC wrists
Reliability of the 8Â Week Time Point for Single Assessment of Midcarpal Fusion by CT Scan
High rates of nonunion have recently been reported for midcarpal fusions. Due to curvature and overlap of carpal interfaces, two dimensional films are not reliable in determining union of a midcarpal fusion. Computed tomography is the most reliable radiographic method of evaluating osseous union. Initiating motion as soon as fusion has occurred is a priority with the goal of maximizing final range. Cost control in healthcare makes obtaining serial scans unreasonable. The single optimal time point for a computed tomography scan to determine union of a midcarpal fusion remains to be determined. A prospective protocol selected 8Â weeks post operative as the point in time to obtain the single determining scan. Forty-six consecutive midcarpal fusions with scaphoidectomy were retrospectively analyzed for the reliability of this time point. All fusions had achieved union by 8Â weeks and only this one scan was clinically necessary to advance the patients on to full range of motion without a splint at that time