Controversies in the Overhead Athlete's Shoulder (AANA22)-Surgical Approach to Throwing Shoulder

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The video transcript discusses various topics related to shoulder injuries and surgeries. The speaker discusses the importance of external rotation in throwing athletes and the challenges they face when they cannot rotate properly. They also mention the significance of diagnosing tightness in the lat muscle and teres major muscle, and how it can affect shoulder function. The video emphasizes the need for prevention and proper diagnosis before considering surgery. They caution against relying solely on MRI results and urge practitioners to trust physical examination findings. The speaker explains different surgical techniques for repairing labral tears and capsule laxity. They highlight the importance of preserving tissue and avoiding excessive sutures or knots. The video concludes with recommendations for addressing internal impingement and the role of scapular retraction in relieving symptoms. No credits were mentioned in the video.

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John D. Kelly IV, M.D.

Keywords

shoulder injuries

shoulder surgeries

external rotation

labral tears

scapular retraction