Curbside Consultation of the Shoulder: Expert Advice for Orthopedic Surgeons

Are you seeking concise, practical answers to complex shoulder-related questions that often remain unanswered by traditional references? Do you want brief, evidence-based guidance for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Look no further than Curbside Consultation of the Shoulder: 49 Clinical Questions, a unique reference designed to provide expert advice, preferences, and opinions on thorny clinical questions commonly associated with the shoulder.

Drs. Gregory P. Nicholson and Matthew T. Provencher have crafted this invaluable resource, offering quick answers to the questions most commonly posed during a curbside consultation between orthopedic surgical colleagues. The Q&A format provides rapid access to current information related to the shoulder, presented in a conversational style reminiscent of a discussion between two colleagues.

With numerous images, diagrams, and references included to enhance the text and illustrate the management of shoulders, this book is an indispensable tool for practicing orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic residents, and medical students. The user-friendly and casual format makes it easy to navigate, while the expert advice contained within will benefit even high-volume clinicians.

Frequently Asked Questions in Shoulder Surgery

• How do you manage first-time shoulder dislocations in a high-level athlete?
• How do you diagnose and manage SLAP lesions, both in athletes and laborers, and the impact of age on outcomes?
• What are the indications for long head of biceps tenotomy versus tenodesis in RC repair surgery?
• After an arthroscopic instability repair for recurrent anterior instability, when is the patient allowed to return to contact sports?
• What are the indications for ORIF of an acute fracture of the mid-shaft clavicle?
• What are the indications for ORIF and hemiarthroplasty in the treatment of a proximal humerus fracture?
• When is arthroscopic closure of the rotator interval indicated in the setting of shoulder instability (anterior, posterior, multidirectional)?

This comprehensive guide is designed to provide clear, concise answers to the most pressing questions in shoulder surgery, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in the treatment and management of shoulder-related conditions.

Book details:

Publisher: CRC Press

First Edition: July 15, 2008

Language: English

Paperback: 236 pages

ISBN-10: 1556428278

ISBN-13: 978-1556428272