Subscapularis Function After Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Using Lesser Tuberosity Osteotomy or Tenotomy.

Introduction: Subscapularis dysfunction is a recognized complication after total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA). However, optimal subscapularis management during TSA is controversial. Subscapularis tenotomy (ST) has been used, whereas lesser tuberosity osteotomy (LTO) has gained popularity.

Shoulder injuries in the throwing athlete.

Shoulder injuries in the throwing athlete are becoming more frequent. Sports specialization at a younger age, playing multiple seasons, increased awareness of injury and injury prevention, advances in diagnosis, and surgical treatment all play a part in the increase in diagnosis of these injuries. Understanding the biomechanics of throwing and pathologies that are encountered in the throwing athlete can aid the clinician in successful diagnosis and nonoperative/operative treatment of the throwing athlete.