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Use of a hip arthroscopy flexible radiofrequency device for capsular release in frozen shoulder.


ABSTRACT: Adhesive capsulitis is a common and challenging condition to treat. Arthroscopic capsular release is usually contemplated when conservative treatment fails or when there is severe and/or chronic loss of range of motion. This procedure can be difficult to perform because of difficult access to the joint, poor visualization, and loss of working space from retraction of the joint capsule. The articular surfaces and the axillary nerve are also at higher risk of injury. Arthroscopic scissors, shavers, and electrocautery are typically used to perform the capsular release. To perform a safer and more precise arthroscopic shoulder capsular release, a creative and innovative use of a flexible hip arthroscopy radiofrequency ablator is described.

SUBMITTER: Thompson SR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3678626 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Use of a hip arthroscopy flexible radiofrequency device for capsular release in frozen shoulder.

Thompson Stephen R SR   Lebel Marie-Eve ME  

Arthroscopy techniques 20120511 1


Adhesive capsulitis is a common and challenging condition to treat. Arthroscopic capsular release is usually contemplated when conservative treatment fails or when there is severe and/or chronic loss of range of motion. This procedure can be difficult to perform because of difficult access to the joint, poor visualization, and loss of working space from retraction of the joint capsule. The articular surfaces and the axillary nerve are also at higher risk of injury. Arthroscopic scissors, shavers  ...[more]

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