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Elbow Stiffness and Arthritis: Arthroscopic Management and Limitations

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Video Summary

This video discusses elbow stiffness, arthritis, and the arthroscopic management for these conditions. Elbow contractures, identified by limited range of motion and pain, are typically treated with open procedures which come with risks. Arthroscopic capsular release is an alternative technique for patients with severe range of motion loss. The procedure involves releasing and resecting the capsule using arthroscopic instruments. For patients with degenerative elbow arthritis, arthroscopic techniques including debridement, loosening of bodies, recontouring, and capsule release can be used. Studies show positive outcomes for arthroscopic management of both contracture and arthritis cases. The video emphasizes the importance of precise technique and instrument selection. Credits were not mentioned in the transcript.

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Larry D. Field, MD

Keywords

elbow stiffness

arthroscopic management

elbow contractures

degenerative arthritis

capsular release