Shoulder Joint Mobilization Glenohumeral Anterior Glide Purpose: to increase shoulder external rotation and extension Position: patient is prone with shoulder at edge of table and abducted to 90 degrees, …

Acromioclavicular Joint Anatomy: (refer to Figure 1 for anatomical reference) The AC joint is a plane synovial joint comprised of the acromial process of the scapula and the lateral end of the clavicle. A …

Shoulder girdle movements Abduction (protraction): movement of distal clavicle and scapula anteriorly around thorax, with scapula medial border moving away from midline

This procedure is performed with diagnostic and therapeutic intent, meaning that it helps to diagnose whether the shoulder joint is the source of pain and to also treat pain. HOW IS THE PROCEDURE …

Ultrasonography The shoulder joint is well suited to evaluation by ultra-sonography (US) because of its easy accessibility. The clinical indications for shoulder US include rotator cuff disorders, bursitis and …

Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty is a joint replacement surgery for a variety of painful shoulder conditions where the rotator cuff tendons are badly damaged and beyond repair or there is severe …

Overview Total shoulder replacement is regarded as a highly successful procedure to reduce pain and restore mobility in patients with end-stage shoulder arthritis, and, in some cases, after a severe …