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Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty

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The shoulder joint plays a significant role in almost all activities involving the upper extremities. For diagnosis and treatment of all pathological conditions of the shoulder, knowledge of its relevant anatomy and its biomechanical properties is essential. While structural properties of the shoulder are well known, a lot of research has been recently conducted to gain a broader understanding regarding normal and pathologic shoulder biomechanics. This knowledge is fundamental for the development and the later application of optimized treatment procedures ensuring best possible results. Reversed shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) has proven to give promising results, especially in patients with cuff tear arthropathy. However, implant-related problems and complications such as inferior scapular notching and postoperatively reduced external or internal rotation are observed underlining the necessity for further research in this field.

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Herrmann, S. (2016). Shoulder Biomechanics. In: Frankle, M., Marberry, S., Pupello, D. (eds) Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-20840-4_2

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