Answorth A. Allen, MD: Shoulder, Elbow & Knee Specialist/Sports Medicine

07/14/2022

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07/12/2022

07/11/2022

What is a distal triceps tendon tear?

The triceps muscle originates from the scapula (shoulder blade) and humerus (upper arm bone) and travels along the posterior (back) upper arm where it forms one of the strongest tendons before attaching to the olecranon, the bony prominence of the elbow. A distal triceps tendon tear is the partial separation of the tendon from its attachment site whereas a distal triceps tendon rupture is the complete detachment of this tendon. This type of injury occurs from a significant force that bends the elbow while the triceps muscle is simultaneously straightening the elbow. Weightlifters and participants of high-impact sports such as football are most likely to experience a distal triceps tendon tear or rupture.

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What is a distal triceps tendon tear? The triceps muscle originates from the scapula (shoulder blade) and humerus (upper arm bone) and travels along the posterior (back) upper arm where it forms one of the strongest tendons before attaching to the olecranon, the bony prominence of the elbow. A dista...

07/08/2022

What is arthroscopic stabilization for shoulder instability?

Dr. Allen prefers the arthroscopic approach for stabilizing the shoulder joint. In this minimally invasive procedure, a small camera (arthroscope) is used to visualize the muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the shoulder joint. Specialized surgical instruments are utilized to remove the damaged tissues. The remaining ligaments are then fastened to the glenoid bone with sutures and surgical anchors that are secured within the bone. These anchors will realign the joint back to its correct anatomical position and secure it in place.

On occasion, joint stabilization may need to be repaired by open surgery. This surgical approach employs a slightly larger incision to better visualize the entire shoulder while completing the necessary revisions. Dr. Allen may recommend open surgery over an arthroscopic surgical repair for patients with bone loss, chronic or recurrent shoulder instability, or when a shoulder dislocation was unable to be successfully reduced.

What causes shoulder instability? One of the more complex joints of the human body, the shoulder is formed by a ball-and-socket joint consisting of the head of the humerus (upper arm bone) and the glenoid portion of the scapula (shoulder blade). Although this ball-and-socket arrangement allows for m...

07/06/2022

Who is at risk for an ACL injury?

There are an estimated 100,000 to 200,000 anterior cruciate ligament injuries each year in the United States, roughly half of which are complete tears, also known as ruptures. An ACL injury is exceptionally prevalent among athletes of all ages and experience levels. However, there are a number of factors that can increase the likelihood of experiencing an ACL injury, as follows:

· Women are two to four times more likely to experience an ACL tear than men. The differences in anatomy, muscle strength, and hormonal influences may contribute to this.

· Wearing footwear that does not fit correctly or provides poor support.

· Poor conditioning, or using inadequately maintained sports equipment that is not adjusted properly.

· Artificial turf: More ACL injuries occur on fields lined with artificial turf than on grassy surfaces.

Here are the symptoms of this type of injury:

What is an anterior cruciate ligament injury or ACL Disruption? There are four elastic tissue bands (ligaments) located within and around the knee joint. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) travels diagonally through the center of the knee from the posterior femur (thigh bone) to the anterior (fron...

07/04/2022

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07/03/2022

What is a distal biceps tendon injury?

The biceps are two muscles located along the anterior (front) portion of the upper arm. These muscles originate at the top of the shoulder and attach to the radial tuberosity, a bony prominence located on the forearm just past the elbow. A distal biceps tendon injury occurs when the tendon is severed from its attachment site on the radial tuberosity. Weightlifters and those that lift unusually heavy objects as part of their work duties have the highest risk of experiencing this type of injury. A distal biceps tendon injury is rare and often requires immediate surgical intervention.

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What is a distal biceps tendon injury? The biceps are two muscles located along the anterior (front) portion of the upper arm. These muscles originate at the top of the shoulder and attach to the radial tuberosity, a bony prominence located on the forearm just past the elbow. A distal biceps tendon....

07/01/2022

Are there different treatment options for hyaluronic acid therapy?

There are several commercially available viscosupplementation preparations of hyaluronic acid. Dr. Allen considers the patient’s age, activity level, medical history, and desired outcome when selecting one of the following hyaluronic acid formulas: Hyalgan, Durolane, Synvisc, Monovisc, Euflexxa, and Orthovisc.

What is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluronan, is a naturally occurring substance that is a primary element of the extracellular matrix. Although more commonly associated with the skin, hyaluronic acid is a key ingredient found in the fluid that lubricates the joints (synovial f...

06/30/2022

At 82, Erlinda Biondic became the oldest woman to complete 50 miles, 100 miles, and to break the six-day world record, covering 403 kilometers in 144 hours.

At 82, Erlinda Biondic became the oldest woman to complete 50 miles and 100 miles, and to break the six-day world record, covering 403 kilometres in 144 hours

06/29/2022

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06/27/2022

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A lesion, named for the doctor who first discovered this specific type of tear, is located on the anterior (forward) surface of the glenoid labrum of the scapula and is the result of multiple dislocations or instability episodes.

What is a Bankart lesion? The shoulder joint is formed from the head of the humerus (upper arm bone) and the glenoid portion of the scapula (shoulder blade) into a ball-and-socket type of joint. Although this type of joint allows for a wide range of shoulder movement, the soft tissue restraints prov...