Conjoint Tendon Lengthening Improves Internal Rotation Following Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Cadaveric Study

Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (RSA) is a common procedure for treating a variety of shoulder pathologies. However, many patients struggle with postoperative internal rotation deficits, which often hinder their activities of daily living. The conjoint tendon provides an anatomic barrier that can impede the postoperative internal rotation of the shoulder, and this study aims to evaluate the effect of a conjoint tendon lengthening on the glenohumeral range of motion following RSA.

Source: Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery - April 29, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Feras Qawasmi, Logan M. Andryk, Seth Roge, Mei Wang, Mustafa Yassin, Steven I. Grindel Tags: Original Article Source Type: research