Overview: Glenoid fossa fractures are rare injuries usually resulting from high-energy trauma. Treatment depends on the fracture’s displacement and stability. What is the Glenoid Fossa? The glenoid fossa is the part of the scapula that forms the socket of the shoulder joint. Causes of Glenoid Fossa Fractures: High-Energy Trauma: Car accidents
Overview: Scapular fractures are rare and usually result from high-energy trauma. While most can be managed without surgery, certain fractures require surgical fixation to ensure proper healing and function. What are Scapula and Glenoid Fossa Fractures? Scapula: The shoulder blade, a flat bone connecting the upper arm to the collarbone. Glenoid
Overview: Periprosthetic humeral fractures occur around implanted hardware, such as after total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) or reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA). Proper assessment and treatment depend on the stability of the implant and the fracture pattern. What are Periprosthetic Humeral Fractures? These fractures happen around the shoulder implants, either during surgery
Overview: Diaphyseal humeral fractures are breaks in the middle section of the arm bone. These fractures occur from both high-energy trauma in younger people and low-energy falls in older adults. What is the Diaphyseal Humerus? The diaphyseal humerus is the long, middle part of the arm bone. Causes
Overview: Proximal humerus fractures are breaks in the upper part of the arm bone near the shoulder. They are common in young people with high-energy injuries and older adults with low-energy falls. What is the Proximal Humerus? The proximal humerus is the upper section of the arm bone that connects
Overview: Greater tuberosity fractures are breaks in the upper part of the humerus (arm bone) and often occur due to trauma or repetitive stress, especially in active individuals or athletes. What is the Greater Tuberosity? The greater tuberosity is a bony prominence on the humerus where important shoulder muscles attach.
Overview: Stress fractures of the acromion and scapular spine are common complications after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA), a type of shoulder replacement surgery. These fractures occur due to the increased stress on the shoulder bones after surgery. What are Acromion and Scapular Spine Stress Fractures? Acromion: The highest point of
Overview: Acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries are common among young men aged 20 to 30, particularly those involved in sports. These injuries range from simple ligament sprains to more severe displacements of the collarbone. Treatment options vary, and the best method depends on the specific injury and its severity. What is
Overview: Sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) dislocations are rare but serious injuries that can be categorised into two main types: anterior and posterior. Anterior dislocations are more common and less dangerous. In contrast, posterior dislocations are less common but can be life-threatening because of their proximity to important structures like blood vessels
Overview: Clavicular fractures, commonly known as collarbone fractures, are frequent injuries, making up 2.6-5% of all fractures and 35-44% of shoulder girdle injuries. These fractures often occur due to direct impacts, falls on the shoulder, or sports-related incidents. What is the Clavicle? The clavicle, or collarbone, is a long bone
What is a frozen shoulder? The shoulder joint is a ball and socket joint and the joint is surrounded by a structure called a joint capsule. The joint capsule is usually very mobile and flexible, moving freely as you move your arm. A frozen shoulder is when the joint capsule
Expert Advice on Managing Bruises Muscle contusions, commonly known as bruises, are frequent injuries in athletes, particularly those in contact sports. Ranking just behind strains, contusions are a leading cause of sports injuries. While most are minor and heal quickly, severe contusions can lead to significant tissue damage and complications,
