
Clinical efficacy unrelated to corticosteroid injection accuracy for shoulder impingement

March 2013
Clinical efficacy unrelated to corticosteroid injection accuracy for shoulder impingement
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The accuracy of sub-acromial corticosteroid injections: A comparison of multiple methods
J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2008 Jan-Feb;17(1 Suppl):61S-66S.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
60 shoulders with diagnosed impingement syndrome, were randomized to receive a subacromial injection of a mix of corticosteroids, local anesthetic, and contrast dye either of the 3 anatomical locations: anterolateral, lateral or posterior. The overall accuracy of subacromial injections was 70%, with no difference between the anterolateral, posterior, or lateral portals. Accuracy was not associated...
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