Nonoperative and operative management of snapping scapula.
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چکیده
Snapping scapula is a painful crepitus of the scapulothoracic articulation. This crepitus is a grinding or snapping noise with scapulothoracic motion that may or may not accompany pain. This condition is commonly seen in overhead-throwing athletes. Treatment of patients with this syndrome begins with nonoperative methods; when nonoperative treatment fails, several surgical options exist. This article will discuss both nonoperative and operative management of this common shoulder condition.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The American journal of sports medicine
دوره 32 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004