Similar recurrence rates when dislocated shoulder is placed in internal/external rotation .
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Immobilization in internal or external rotation does not change recurrence rates after traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation
J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2014 Jan;23(1):13-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2013.07.037. Epub 2013 Sep 30.Exclusive Author Interview
Dr. Vavken discusses the similar recurrence rates observed when dislocated shoulder is placed in internal/external rotation.
This systematic review/ meta-analysis comprised of 5 studies (471 patients) which compared the recurrence rates of first-time, traumatic shoulder dislocation following shoulder immobilization in internal rotation versus external rotation. Pooling of results revealed no significant difference in recurrence rates between immobilization methods after first-time traumatic shoulder dislocation.
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