Basic principles and operative management of the rotator cuff
By: edited by C.B. Ma, Brian T. Feeley
Contributors: Feeley, Brian T., 1974-
Publisher: Slack Incorporated
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Thorofare, NJ
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781617110047
Subjects: Shoulder Impingement Syndrome; Methods; Physiopathology; Surgery; Orthopedic Procedures; Rotator Cuff; Injuries
Description: "Basic Principles and Operative Management of the Rotator Cuff by Drs. C. Benjamin Ma and Brian Feeley is a unique and comprehensive book that covers arthroscopic, open techniques, and reconstructive options for treating rotator cuff tears The first section focuses on an up-to-date understanding the basic principles of the rotator cuff--its anatomy, the basic science behind rotator cuff pathology, diagnosis, and imaging. This section references recent literature so that the reader understands the pathology of rotator cuff disease. The second section focuses on the different types of rotator cuff pathology, how to diagnose pathology accurately, and discusses different non operative and operative treatment options. The operative sections will provide detailed state of the art techniques with clear photos and illustrations to take the surgeon through surgical procedures step-by-step. It is a comprehensive text on the operative management of rotator cuff pathology, including arthroscopic and open repairs, revision surgery, tendon transfers, and reverse shoulder arthroplasty. The book also describes "tricks and tips" to help the surgeon avoid common errors that are often encountered during the procedure. Different options for each type of rotator cuff problem will be presented. The final section will focus on complicated problems encountered in the shoulder"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.