South African Journal of Physiotherapy (Mar 1982)

Common surgical procedures about the shoulder joint

  • W. Shepherd-Wilson

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4102/sajp.v38i1.722
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 38, no. 1
pp. 9 – 11

Abstract

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Details of surgery to the shoulder joint, relating to the rotator cuff and acromioclavicular joint, repair of recurrent dislocation of the shoulder joint and stabilisation of a destroyed or functionless joint, are described. Indications for rehabilitation are given.

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