Caudevilla Polo S, Estébanez de Miguel E, Lucha López O, Tricás Moreno JM, Pérez Guillén S. Humerus axial traction with acromial fixation reduction maneuver for anterior shoulder dislocation.
J Emerg Med 2011;
41:282-4. [PMID:
21620607 DOI:
10.1016/j.jemermed.2010.11.054]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2009] [Revised: 05/17/2010] [Accepted: 11/21/2010] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND
Many techniques have been described for the reduction of anterior glenohumeral dislocation, but each of the techniques has its disadvantages. A new shoulder reduction technique is needed to overcome these disadvantages.
DESCRIPTION
An alternate technique of humerus axial traction with acromial fixation is presented. The technical description of this procedure focuses on the pre-reduction and post-reduction process. The use of acromial countertraction, the choice of the most loosely packed position of the shoulder joint, and the operator's ability to reduce muscle spasm are the main principles discussed.
CONCLUSION
This modified technique increases the possibilities for the reduction of shoulder dislocation in different clinical situations.
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