outcomes

Wrist arthroplasty

 

 

 

Indications

 

Wrist arthritis

Low demand

Preserve wrist range of motion

 

Design

 

4th generation Universal 2 / Remotion implants

- ball and socket design

- distal radius implant: uncemented porous coated distal radius

- carpal implant: uncemented + screw fixation 

- UHMWPE interface

 

Technique

 

Snapping scapula

 

Definition

 

Disruption of the normal smooth motion of the scapulothoracic joint

- posterior scapula pain with overhead motion

 

Etiology

 

1.  Bony abnormalities

- osteochondromas

- prominence of the superior medial border of the scapula / Luschka tubercle

 

2.  Soft tissue abnormalities

- bursitis / scar tissue

- muscular weakness

 

3.  Masses