Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment at the Spinoglenoid Notch in a Professional Baseball Pitcher

1999 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 810-812 ◽  
Author(s):  
Craig A. Cummins ◽  
Mark Bowen ◽  
Kyle Anderson ◽  
Terry Messer
Keyword(s):  
Suprascapular Nerve ◽  
Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Professional Baseball ◽  
Baseball Pitcher ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Spinoglenoid Notch ◽  
Professional Baseball Pitcher

scholarly journals Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment Caused by Protrusion of an Intraosseous Ganglion of the Glenoid into the Spinoglenoid Notch: A Rare Cause of Posterior Shoulder Pain

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daichi Ishimaru ◽  
Akihito Nagano ◽  
Nobuo Terabayashi ◽  
Yutaka Nishimoto ◽  
Haruhiko Akiyama
Keyword(s):  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Benign Lesion ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve ◽  
Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Intraosseous Ganglion ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Posterior Shoulder ◽  
Ultrasonographic Guidance ◽  
Spinoglenoid Notch

We describe a case of suprascapular nerve entrapment caused by protrusion of an intraosseous ganglion of the glenoid into the spinoglenoid notch. A 47-year-old man with left shoulder pain developed an intraosseous cyst in the left glenoid, which came into contact with the suprascapular nerve. The area at which the patient experienced spontaneous shoulder pain was innervated by the suprascapular nerve, and 1% xylocaine injection into the spinoglenoid notch under ultrasonographic guidance relieved the pain. Therefore, we concluded that the protrusion of an intraosseous cyst of the glenoid into the spinoglenoid notch was a cause of the pain, and performed curettage. Consequently, the shoulder pain was resolved promptly without suprascapular nerve complications, and the cyst was histologically diagnosed as an intraosseous ganglion. This case demonstrated that the intraosseous ganglion of the glenoid was a benign lesion but could be a cause of suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome. Curettage is a useful treatment option for a ganglion inside bone and very close to the suprascapular nerve.

Suprascapular nerve entrapment isolated to the spinoglenoid notch: surgical technique and results of open decompression

2013 ◽  
Vol 22 (11) ◽  
pp. e1-e8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathan A. Mall ◽  
James E. Hammond ◽  
Brett A. Lenart ◽  
Daniel J. Enriquez ◽  
Stacy L. Twigg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Technique ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve ◽  
Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Spinoglenoid Notch

scholarly journals Protective and Predisposing Morphological Factors in Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment Syndrome: A Fundamental Review Based on Recent Observations

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Piotr Łabętowicz ◽  
Marek Synder ◽  
Mariusz Wojciechowski ◽  
Krzysztof Orczyk ◽  
Hubert Jezierski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Suprascapular Nerve ◽  
Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Protective Function ◽  
Suprascapular Notch ◽  
Entrapment Syndrome ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Superior Transverse Scapular Ligament ◽  
Nerve Entrapment Syndrome ◽  
Spinoglenoid Notch

Suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome (SNES) is a neuropathy caused by compression of the nerve along its course. The most common compression sites include the suprascapular notch and the spinoglenoid notch. The aim of this article was to review the anatomical factors influencing the occurrence of SNES in the light of the newest reports. Potential predisposing morphological factors include a V-shaped, narrow, or “deep” suprascapular notch; a band-shaped, bifurcated, or completely ossified superior transverse scapular ligament (STSL); particular arrangements of the suprascapular nerve and vessels at the suprascapular notch. A very recent report indicates structures at the suprascapular notch region that may protect from SNES, such as the suprascapular notch veins (SNV). The role of the anterior coracoscapular ligament (ACSL) is still not clear. While some studies indicate that it may predispose for SNES, the newest study proposes a protective function. Knowledge of these variations is essential for arthroscopic and other surgical procedures of this area in order to avoid iatrogenic injury of the suprascapular nerve or unexpected bleeding from the suprascapular vessels running alongside the STSL.

scholarly journals Ossification of the superior transverse ligament in a South African scapula: a factor to be considered in the diagnosis of suprascapular nerve entrapment

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (03) ◽  
pp. 155-156
Author(s):  
O. Azu ◽  
D. Ofusori ◽  
E. Naidu ◽  
J. Naidu
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Critical Factor ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve ◽  
Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Clinical Anatomy ◽  
Shape Variation ◽  
Suprascapular Notch ◽  
Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment ◽  
Shoulder Region ◽  
Superior Transverse Scapular Ligament

Abstract Introduction: Ossification of the superior transverse scapular ligament is one of the factors considered in the classification of the suprascapular notch based on shape. Variation in morphology of the superior transverse scapular ligament is always considered a critical factor in the diagnosis of suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome. Case Report: This study reports the complete ossification of the superior transverse scapular ligament in a South African scapula and a note on its clinical anatomy. Conclusion: This anatomical knowledge is of extreme clinical relevance to surgeons in relation to various syndromes associated with the shoulder region in the South African population.

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