Research

Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair - Audit of Pra...

Authors: Stephen Crotty, Matthew Smith, Lennard FunkOBJECTIVE: To assess the outcomes of arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs in a single surgeon practice using single row repair techniques.BACKGROUND DATA: Studies have shown...

The active compression test: a new and effectiv...

Authors: O'Brien SJ, Pagnani MJ, Fealy S, McGlynn SR, Wilson JB.References: Am J Sports Med. 1998 Sep-Oct;26(5):610-3. Abstract Labral tears and acromioclavicular joint abnormalities were differentiated on physical examination using...

THE COPELAND SHOULDER IMPINGEMENT TEST

Authors: A Gupta, L FunkReferences: JBJS(Br), Vol 87-B, Issue SUPP II, 161. Abstract The diagnosis of subacromial impingement of the shoulder is generally a clinical diagnosis, with no well defined...

Fixation of fractures of the shaft of the humer...

Authors: R. G. McCormack, D. Brien, R. E. Buckley, J. Powell, M. D. McKee, and E. H. SchemitschReferences: JBJS(B). 82-B(3):336-9. April 2000 Abstract We randomised prospectively 44 patients with fractures...

PHILOS Plate fixation for displaced fractures o...

Authors: M Webb, L FunkReferences: SICOT, 2005 Abstract Controversy persists concerning the preferred treatment of displaced fractures of the proximal humerus. The results of plate fixation have been mixed, with...

Predictors of humeral head ischemia after intra...

Authors: R. Hertel, A. Hempfing, M. Stiehler, M. LeunigReferences: J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2004 Jul-Aug;13(4):427-33 Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate predictors of fracture-induced humeral head ischemia....