A systematic review of the complications of contemporary total elbow arthroplasty.

Background: Total elbow arthroplasty is a low volume procedure. We aimed to evaluate complication rates and cumulative percentages associated with the most frequently used contemporary implants and for the commonest indications.

Methods: A systematic literature search of all studies reporting complications following total elbow arthroplasty with 12-month minimum follow-up was undertaken.

Arthroscopy of the symptomatic shoulder arthroplasty.

Background: Assessment of a painful or stiff shoulder arthroplasty can be challenging. The cause of pain can sometimes be easily identified. However, some patients have normal levels of inflammatory markers, normal plain films, and no clinical signs to indicate a diagnosis.

It's Not All About Redislocation: A Systematic Review of Complications After Anterior Shoulder Stabilization Surgery.

Background: The surgical treatment of recurrent shoulder instability has evolved in recent years to include a variety of soft tissue and bone block procedures, undertaken with either an open or arthroscopic approach. Although the utilization of such techniques has rapidly expanded, the associated risk of complications remains poorly defined. This information is vital for clinical decision making and patient counseling.

Vibration therapy versus standard treatment for tennis elbow: A randomized controlled study.

Aim: To determine whether a mechanical, high-frequency vibration device (Tenease) can improve pain and function for the treatment of tennis elbow (TE), compared with standard treatment.

Methods: Adults presenting to an elbow clinic with a clinical diagnosis of TE were randomized to standard treatment with physiotherapy, activity modification and analgesia or standard treatment plus Tenease therapy. Tenease therapy consisted of a 6-week period of treatment using the Tenease device with three 10-min episodes each day.

Cementless surface replacement hemiarthroplasty for primary glenohumeral osteoarthritis: results of over 5-year follow-up in patients with or without rotator cuff deficiency.

Background: Cementless surface replacement hemiarthroplasty (CSRHA) is an established treatment for glenohumeral osteoarthritis; however, studies evaluating its role in arthritis with rotator cuff deficiency are limited. This study reviews the outcomes of CSRHA for glenohumeral osteoarthritis with and without rotator cuff tears.

Methods: 41 CSRHA (Mark III Copeland prosthesis) were performed for glenohumeral osteoarthritis with intact rotator cuffs (n = 21) and cuff-deficient shoulders (n = 20).

Anterior hip dislocation in conjunction with a stroke: a diagnosis not to miss.

Anterior dislocation of the native hip joint is an uncommon presentation accounting for around 15% of all hip dislocations. It is usually the result of a high-energy impact in circumstances such as a motor vehicle accident or a fall from a significant height. A delay in relocation of more than 6 h has been associated with a high risk of avascular necrosis of the femoral head.

Tablets in trauma: using mobile computing platforms to improve patient understanding and experience.

Tablets are becoming commonplace in the health care setting. Patients often request to view their radiographs after sustaining trauma. This can be challenging, especially if patients are immobile.