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Arthroscopic Surgery Reduces Recurrence Instability vs Immobilization for Shoulder Dislocations
May 2021
Arthroscopic Surgery Reduces Recurrence Instability vs Immobilization for Shoulder Dislocations
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Immobilization in External Rotation and Abduction Versus Arthroscopic Stabilization After First-Time Anterior Shoulder Dislocation: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial
Am J Sports Med. 2021 Mar;49(4): 857-865Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
One hundred and twelve patients who suffered from a 1st time dislocation of the shoulder were randomized to receive immobilization in external rotation and abduction (n=60) or surgery through an arthroscopic Bankart repair (n=52). The primary outcome of interest included rate of recurrence. Secondary outcomes included range of motion (ROM) and shoulder function (Constant-Murley score, subjective c...
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