Publications by authors named "Rafael P Pitta"
J Shoulder Elbow Surg
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the relationship between specific shoulder muscle injuries and the occurrence of pseudoparalysis in patients with massive chronic rotator cuff injuries, suggesting that certain muscle conditions are linked to better active shoulder movement.
- - A total of 68 patients were analyzed, with 41 showing good shoulder movement (No Pseudoparalysis group), while 29 had limited movement, leading to further assessments and injections, leading to a distinction between False and True Pseudoparalysis groups.
- - Key findings indicate that the presence of certain signs and tear extensions in the shoulder muscles can increase the risk of pseudoparalysis, highlighting the importance of specific muscle health in shoulder functionality.
