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Innovations in Complex Shoulder Reconstruction
In this video, Bassem T. Elhassan, MD, co-chief of the Shoulder Service at Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses his unique approach to developing tendon transfer procedures in order to alleviate shoulder pain.
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MRI Prior to Conservative Therapy Often Unnecessary for Atraumatic Shoulder Pain
For most patients presenting with atraumatic shoulder pain and minimal strength deficits, MRI before a trial of conservative therapy is a substantial unnecessary cost because it does not influence management.
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Trial Without Error: Using 3D Planning for Shoulder Replacement
Three-dimensional planning software may improve outcomes for shoulder arthroplasty. A new technology allows surgeons to install the prosthetic joint with greater foresight and precision.
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Review: Muscle Tendon Transfers Around the Shoulder
Bassem T. Elhassan, MD, Jon J.P. Warner, MD, and colleagues describe the diagnosis, indications, and techniques of muscle tendon transfer around the shoulder, which should be reserved for patients with passive range of motion who have been counseled carefully on postoperative expectations and potential complications.
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Novel Arthroscopic Surgery Promising for Treatment of Scapulothoracic Abnormal Motion
Bassem T. Elhassan, MD, co-chief of the Shoulder Service, and colleagues say combining scapulopexy with arthroscopic pectoralis minor release is a promising surgical option for patients who have refractory scapulothoracic abnormal motion secondary to pectoralis minor hyperactivity and serratus anterior hypoactivity.
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Shoulder Arthrodesis, Upper Trapezius Transfer Comparable for Secondary Reconstruction After Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury
Orthopaedic surgeons at Mass General Brigham found that for secondary shoulder reconstruction after adult traumatic brachial plexus injury, shoulder arthrodesis and upper trapezius transfer have similar complication and reoperation rates, although their safety profiles differ.
Shoulder Contributors
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Bassem T. Elhassan, MD
Orthopaedic Shoulder, Elbow and Hand Surgeon, Massachusetts General Hospital, Co-Chief, Shoulder Service & Program Director, Shoulder Surgery Fellowship, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Review: Muscle Tendon Transfers Around the Shoulder
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Jon Warner, MD
Co-Chief, Shoulder Service, Massachusetts General Hospital, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Review: Muscle Tendon Transfers Around the Shoulder
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Scott Martin, MD
Director, Joint Preservation Service, Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship Program, Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Systematic Review: Management and Prognosis of Acute Hamstring Injury in Athletes
Orthopaedic Care at Mass General
At Mass General, our world-class physicians and surgeons treat the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions throughout the body, from sprains and strains on the athletic field to carpal tunnel syndrome. Our team offers innovative, research-based treatments that range from limb-saving oncological procedures to complex spinal reconstruction.