A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN EFFICACIES OF USG GUIDED BOTULINUM TOXIN INJECTION INTO THE SUBSCAPULARIS MUSCLE AND THE CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT IN HEMIPLEGIC SHOULDER PAIN

2021 ◽  
pp. 16-20
Author(s):  
Subhadeep Batabyal ◽  
Saumen Kumar De ◽  
Rathindra Nath Haldar
Keyword(s):  
Botulinum Toxin ◽  
Conservative Treatment ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Botulinum Toxin Injection ◽  
Subscapularis Muscle ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Introduction: Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) is a common complication after stroke. HSP inhibits recovery and rehabilitation and impairs the quality of life of stroke survivors. Although the etiology of HSP is not well known, it has been suggested that multiple factors contribute to HSP. Our approach is to compare the efcacy of USG guided Botulinum toxin injection into the subscapularis muscle and conservative treatment in case of intractable hemiplegic shoulder pain. Material and methods: In this Parallel Group Open Level Randomized Controlled Trial, conducted in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, IPGME&R, SSKM Hospital, Kolkata between September, 2017 to September, 2018 (Twelve months) on 34 (17 in each group) patients with intractable (persistent pain for more than 3 months) hemiplegic shoulder pain. In group 1, Botulinum toxin injection was given in subscapularis muscle by USG guided lateral approach. In group 2, managed conservatively with Physical therapy (stretching, passive range of motion exercise), Modality (hot pack, infrared, IFT), pain medications (NSAIDS, oral opioids) and Neuromuscular electrical stimulation of shoulder. Parameters used: 1. Pain intensity - measured by Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) [Score 0- 10], 2. Spasticity measured by - Modied Ashworth Scale (MAS) [score 0-4], 3. Shoulder range of motion - External rotation (ER) [score 0- 90] assessed. The patients attending the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation OPD at IPGME&R and SSKM Hospital, Kolkata were included and studied if they fullled the inclusion and nd exclusion criteria after getting Institutional Ethics Committee clearance and informed written consent. After initial visit, followed up on 2 week, th th 4 week and 12 week. Comparison done considering all the parameters considering basal and follow up data to compare the efcacy of intramuscular botulinum toxin injection and those with in group 2, managed conservatively. Results: All the data collected during this study period were analyzed by using statistical software Statistica vertsion 6 [Tulsa, Oklahoma: StatSoft Inc., 2001] and GraphPad Prism version 4 [San Diego, California: GraphPad Software Inc., 2005]. There was statistically signicant difference (group 1 is statistically superior than group 2) between two groups at 2nd, 4th and 12th week in respect to NRS, MAS of subscapularis and ER of shoulder joint (p value<0.05). Conclusion: There was signicant short-term improvement of shoulder pain, spasticity of shoulder internal rotator(subscapularis) and range of motion in the form of external rotation after Botulinum toxin injection compared to conservative treatment. But in terms of intermediate-term and long-term follow-up although both groups showed signicant improvement but Botulinum toxin injection group was statistically superior than conservative treatment.

scholarly journals The outcome of a single percutaneous cannulated screw fixation in posterior malleolus fracture accompanied by medial or lateral malleolus fracture

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 2473011418S0037
Author(s):  
Yoo Jung Park ◽  
Yougun Won
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Ankle Joint ◽  
Screw Fixation ◽  
Cannulated Screw ◽  
Medial Malleolus ◽  
Posterior Malleolus ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Category: Trauma Introduction/Purpose: Posterior malleolus fractures occur most commonly in the setting of a rotational ankle fracture. In the treatment of posterior malleolus fractures, the indications for the surgical procedure are determined by the size of the fragment and the articular congruity of the tibiotalar joint. In general, the size of the bone fragment is known to be an indication of surgery if it involves more than 25% of the joint surface, and if it is less than that, anatomical reduction and fixation of only lateral or medial malleolus was suggested. We evaluate the clinical and radiological results of fixation and early range of motion exercise using a single cannulated screw when the fragment of the posterior malleolus fracture is less than 25%. Methods: Among 60 patients with SER stage 3 or 4 who had undergone surgery from March 2010 to March 2014, percutaneous cannulated screw fixation was performed for posterior malleolus in 30 cases (Group 1). In the other 30 cases (Group 2), we did not perform the fixation for posterior malleolus fracture and only cast immobilization was done after fixation for lateral or medial malleolus. Mean follow-up period was 14.8 weeks(12~18) for the Group 1, 12.9 weeks(12~18) for Group 2. Mean age of patients was 46.6(19~78) for Group 1, 50.2(19~74) for Group 2. The range of motion was checked at week 2, 4, 12, and at last follow-up. Results: There was no significant difference of time to union and union rate between two groups, and AOFAS score between two groups also showed no significant difference(91.94(83~100) vs 90.8(85~100), p = 0.45). The range of motion of ankle joint at the final follow-up showed significant difference (Ankle ROM 52.7’ (45’~65’) vs 45.3’(35’~65’), (p<0.01) and complications between two groups also showed no significant difference. Conclusion: A single percutaneous cannulated screw fixation in posterior malleolus fracture accompanied by medial or lateral malleolus fracture can be performed in fractures with small fragment size and minimal displacement. We found that it can be a effective method to achieve early and wide range of motion of ankle joint after posterior mallolus fracture.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF THREE OPTIONS FOR TREATMENT OF CALCANEAL FRACTURE

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 103-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. O. Kalensky ◽  
P. A. Ivanov ◽  
F. A. - K. Sharifullin ◽  
O. A. Zabavskaya
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Conservative Treatment ◽  
Treatment Outcomes ◽  
Functional Restoration ◽  
Functional Score ◽  
Calcaneal Fractures ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Complications Rate ◽  
Group 1

Until now the problem of selecting a conservative or operative treatment option for calcaneal fractures and moreover the choice of the most optimal surgical procedure for such lesions have not been solved. Thus, comparative studies in this area is one of the most important tasks of the modern traumatology. Purpose of the study — to compare treatment outcomes, pattern and complications rate following the use of three treatment options for calcaneal fractures. Material and Methods. The authors analyzed treatment outcomes of 95 patients from 2013 till 2016. Mean age of patients was 39.04±12.51 years. Patients were divided into three groups: group 1 consisted of 41 patients with 54 fractures who underwent functional conservative treatment; group 2 consisted of 18 patients with 22 fractures treated by open reduction and plate fixation; group 3 consisted of 36 patients with 40 fractures treated by minimally invasive reduction and intramedullary fixation. Groups did not differ in respect of risk factors rate and rate of surgical risks under ABCDEF scale. Outcomes were evaluated basing on roentgenological criteria of reduction, complications rate and the functional scales FFI (Foot Function Index) and LEFS (Lower Extremity Functional Score). Results. Mean follow up was 20.8±9.0 months. Catamnesis was controlled in 68 out of 95 patients (71.6%). Variances were observed for all criteria of reduction quality between group 1 (no reduction) and groups 2 and 3. Groups 2 and 3 demonstrated similar criteria in respect of reduction quality of posterior articular surface, restoration of height and axis of calcaneus (р>0.05). FFI and LEFS scores in group 1 were inferior to results in groups 2 and 3 (р<0.05) at 6 and 12 months follow up. At 24 months follow up the variances persisted for mean values but were not statistically significant (р>0.05). No differences between groups 2 and 3 were observed during all follow up terms (р>0.05). Sum rate of complications in wound healing in group 2 was significantly higher than in groups 1 and 3 (р = 0.033). Conclusion. Any of the described options of surgical treatment resulted in an earlier functional restoration after calcaneal fractures as compared to conservative treatment. Reduction quality and late functional outcomes did not vary between the study groups, however, the rate of complications for wound healing in the group with open internal fixation was higher.

scholarly journals Effects of Arthroscopic Coracohumeral Ligament Release on Range of Motion for Patients with Frozen Shoulder

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 373-379 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoshihiro Hagiwara ◽  
Takuya Sekiguchi ◽  
Akira Ando ◽  
Kenji Kanazawa ◽  
Masashi Koide ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Full Range ◽  
Frozen Shoulder ◽  
Coracohumeral Ligament ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Additional Release ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Specific Manifestation ◽  
Group 1

Background: A thickened coracohumeral ligament is a highly specific manifestation of, and primary restraint against external rotation in frozen shoulders. Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of complete arthroscopic coracohumeral ligament release on range of motion in frozen shoulder. Methods: Fifty-two consecutive shoulders in 52 patients were treated between April 2015 and June 2016. To evaluate solely glenohumeral range of motion, the scapula was fixed by an examiner with one hand (without palpating scapular motion), and range of motion was measured using a goniometer. For the first step, arthroscopic pancapsular release was performed in a beach-chair position with (Group 1) or without (Group 2) complete coracohumeral ligament release. For the final step, the remaining coracohumeral ligaments in Group 2 were released and the ranges of motion were compared to those in Group 1. Results: The average age of the patients was significantly higher in Group 1, but there were no significant differences between the two groups with respect to sex, affected side, preoperative range of motion, or American Shoulder and Elbow Society Score. Abduction, external rotation at adduction, and external and internal rotations at 90° of flexion in Group 1 were significantly greater than those in Group 2. After the additional release of the remaining coracohumeral ligaments in Group 2, all ranges of motion were significantly recovered and there was no significant difference between the groups. Conclusion: Complete coracohumeral ligament release is a recommended intraoperative procedure for regaining full range of motion in frozen shoulders.

scholarly journals The Comparison of Results of Early and Late Rehabilitation Following Arthroscopic Bankart Repair with Knotless Anchor in Recurrent Traumatic Anterior Shoulder Dislocation

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (11_suppl3) ◽  
pp. 2325967114S0012
Author(s):  
Harun Kütahya ◽  
Mustafa Yel ◽  
Onur Bilge ◽  
Ali Güleç ◽  
Burkay Kutluhan Kaçıra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shoulder Dislocation ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Bankart Repair ◽  
Knotless Anchor ◽  
Arthroscopic Bankart Repair ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and functional results of early and late rehabilitation of patients who had undergone arthroscopic Bankart repair with knotless anchor for recurrent shoulder dislocation and to define the most appropriate rehabilitation time and the effect of this on recurrence. Methods: 34 patients (32 male and 2 female) were included in this study. The patients were diagnosed with recurrent anterior shoulder dislocation with Bankart lesion in our institution. The exclusion criteria in this study were multi-directional shoulder instability, wide osseous Bankart lesion, wide Hill-Sachs lesion or rotator cuff tear. All patients underwent arthroscopic Bankart repair. Knotless anchor was used in all patients. The patients were grouped into 2 groups postoperatively according to the immobilization period and rehabilitation regimen. Both groups equally consisted of 17 patients. (Group 1; early rehabilitation group, Group 2; late rehabilitation group) All patients were examined retrospectively. Gender, age, dislocated side, dominant hand, recurrence, presence of additional pathologies, time of first and last dislocations preoperatively and numbers of dislocations were the demographic data recorded. At the final follow-up; the restriction in external rotation was measured by comparative goniometry and clinical evaluation was made using the Constant and Rowe scores. One-sample T-test, Mann-Whitney U Test, Crosstabs Chi Square Test and Shapiro-Wilk Tests used for statistical analysis. Results: The mean age of the patients in Group 1 was found to be 25.1 ± 6.5 ( 17-43) years and in Group 2, 30.8 ± 6.8 (21-46) years. After a mean follow-up period of 14.7 months, no patients in Group 1 experienced a recurrence, whereas in Group 2 over the mean follow-up period of 38.5 months, there was dislocation, following episodes of subluxation, in only 1 patient (5.8%). When the parameters of first dislocation, last dislocation and number of dislocations were evaluated separately in two groups, no statistical difference was observed between the groups in the relevant parameters (n.s.). A statistically significant difference was determined between the groups in respect to the restriction in external rotation (p<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in respect to the Constant and Rowe scores (n.s.). Conclusion: The most important result of this study was that the early beginning of rehabilitation yielded less external rotation restriction than late beginning of rehabilitation. The absence of recurrence in the group of early beginning of rehabilitation reminds the question “does early rehabilitation reduce recurrence rates?” The findings in this study should be confirmed with further prospective, randomized and longer follow-up studies.

scholarly journals Comparison of anterior single- and standard two-portal techniques in arthroscopic Bankart repair

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 437-445
Author(s):  
Erdal Uzun ◽  
Fatih Doğar ◽  
Duran Topak ◽  
Ahmet Güney
Keyword(s):  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Bankart Repair ◽  
Sports Activity ◽  
Arthroscopic Bankart Repair ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Objectives: This study aims to compare the outcomes of patients undergoing a single anterior portal or a standard two-portal arthroscopic procedure for Bankart repair. Patients and methods: Between January 2015 and March 2018, a total of 71 consecutive patients (53 males and 18 females; mean age: 33.3±10.3 years; range, 17 to 56 years) who underwent arthroscopic Bankart repair with a minimum two-year follow-up period were included. The patients were divided into two groups according to the arthroscopic technique used: single anterior portal group (Group 1, n=32) and standard two-portal group (Group 2, n=39). Demographic and surgical characteristics of the patients were recorded. Pre- and postoperative clinical and functional outcomes were evaluated using the external rotation degree, as well as Visual Analog Scale (VAS), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES), University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) Shoulder Rating Scale, Constant-Murley Score (CMS), Oxford Shoulder Instability Score (OSIS), and Rowe scores. The clinical and functional outcomes and revision rates were compared between the groups. Results: The mean follow-up was 32.0±7.4 months in Group 1 and 38.0±13.4 months in Group 2 (p=0.222). Good-to-excellent postoperative functional and clinical outcomes were achieved in both groups at the final follow-up, compared to baseline (p<0.001 for all). No significant difference was observed in the postoperative outcomes including daily sports activity, VAS, ASES, UCLA Shoulder Rating Scale, CMS, OSIS, and Rowe scores, and external rotation restriction degrees between the groups (p=0.270, p=0.190, p=0.313, p=0.248, p=0.125, p=0.203, p=0.318, p=0.083, respectively). The operative time in Group 1 was significantly lower than that in Group 2 (60.3±8.3 vs. 71.4±7.2, respectively; p=0.001). Four patients (5.6%) experienced recurrent dislocation with no significant difference between the groups (p=0.622). No significant complications occurred in the peri- or postoperative period. Fifty-eight (81.7%) patients returned to their preoperative sports activity level. The mean time to return to sports was 7.2±1.7 months. Conclusion: Good-to-excellent clinical and functional outcomes can be obtained after arthroscopic Bankart repair, regardless of the use of a single or two anterior working portals. However, the single-portal technique is associated with reduced the operative time, compared to two-portal technique.

scholarly journals Percutaneous Vertebroplasty versus Conservative Treatment for One Level Thoracolumbar Osteoporotic Compression Fracture: Results of an Over 2-Year Follow-up

2016 ◽  
Vol 5;19 (5;19) ◽  
pp. E743-E750
Author(s):  
Je Hoon Jeong
Keyword(s):  
Lumbar Spine ◽  
Conservative Treatment ◽  
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty ◽  
Compression Fracture ◽  
Compression Fractures ◽  
Vas Score ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Osteoporotic Compression Fractures ◽  
Group 1

We retrospectively compared the clinical and radiological results of percutaneous vertebroplasty with those of conservative treatment in the management of thoracolumbar osteoporotic compression fractures. Sixty-five patients who could be followed up for more than 2 years with thoracic and lumbar spine osteoporotic compression fractures, between January 2005 and October 2010, were reviewed. The patients were divided into 2 groups according to the type of management: group 1, non-operated group treated conservatively; group 2, operated group that underwent percutaneous vertebroplasty. We assessed the clinical and radiological changes at postoperative and follow-up periods in both groups. The male-to-female ratio and mean age of the patients were 11:54 and 73.04 years (range, 50 – 90 years), respectively. The location and number of treated vertebrae were as follows: T4 = 1, T6 = 1, T7 = 3, T8 = 1, T9 = 2, T10 = 1, T11 = 8, T12 = 11, L1 = 17, L2 = 10, L3 = 6, L4 = 3, and L5 = 1. The mean T-score was -3.37. The overall VAS score and the VAS score until 6 months post-injury were statistically more improved in group 2 than in group 1 (P < 0.05 and P < 0.005, respectively). Overall, the compression ratio was statistically more improved in group 2 than in group 1 (P < 0.05). Early pain control and restoration of the compressed vertebral body are the beneficial and real effects of percutaneous vertebroplasty in patients with thoracolumbar osteoporotic compression fractures. Key words: Osteoporosis, compression fracture, vertebroplasty, osteoplasty, comparative study, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)

scholarly journals Arthroscopic treatment of refractory adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder

2014 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcos Rassi Fernandes
Keyword(s):  
Conservative Treatment ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Constant Score ◽  
Adhesive Capsulitis ◽  
Arthroscopic Surgery ◽  
Arthroscopic Treatment ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Significant Difference

OBJECTIVE: to evaluate the results of arthroscopic treatment of refractory adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder associated as for improved range of motion after a minimum follow up of six years. METHODS: from August 2002 to December 2004, ten patients with adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder resistant to conservative treatment underwent arthroscopic surgery. One interscalene catheter was placed for postoperative analgesia before the procedure. All were in Phase II, with a minimum follow up of two years. The mean age was 52.9 years (39-66), predominantly female (90%), six on the left shoulder. The time between onset of symptoms and surgical treatment ranged from six to 20 months. Four adhesive capsulitis were found to be primary (40%) and six secondary (60%). RESULTS: the preoperative mean of active anterior elevation was 92°, of external rotation was 10.5° of the L5 level internal rotation; the postoperative ones were 149°, 40° and T12 level, respectively. Therefore, the average gain was 57° for the anterior elevation, 29.5° for external rotation in six spinous processes. There was a significant difference in movements' gains between the pre and post-operative periods (p<0.001). By the Constant Score (range of motion), there was an increase of 13.8 (average pre) to 32 points (average post). CONCLUSION: the arthroscopic treatment proved effective in refractory adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder resistant to conservative treatment, improving the range of joint movements of patients evaluated after a minimum follow up of six years.

Isolated Type II Superior Labral Anterior Posterior Lesions

2009 ◽  
Vol 37 (5) ◽  
pp. 937-942 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian R. Neri ◽  
Emily A. Vollmer ◽  
Ronald S. Kvitne
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Outcome ◽  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Type Ii ◽  
Level Of Activity ◽  
Arthroscopic Fixation ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Anterior Posterior ◽  
Group 1

Background Superior labral anterior posterior tears have been described as symptomatic lesions in shoulders of patients of varying ages. It is unknown if age affects clinical outcome of arthroscopic fixation of type II superior labral anterior posterior repairs. Hypothesis Clinical outcome of arthroscopic fixation of isolated type II superior labral anterior posterior tears differs between younger (<40 years) and older (≥40 years) patients. Study Design Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods Clinical results of arthroscopic fixation of isolated unstable type II superior labral anterior posterior repairs were compared between 25 patients younger than 40 years (group 1) and 25 patients aged 40 years or older (group 2). Patients with concomitant procedures, prior/subsequent shoulder surgeries, and use of non—suture anchor devices were excluded. Outcomes at a minimum 1-year follow-up were assessed using range of motion measurements and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons questionnaire as compared with preoperative data. Ability and time to return to prior level of activity were assessed. Results At a mean 3-year follow-up, there were statistically significant improvements in American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores for both groups (P < .0001) but no significant difference between final American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores (group 1, 91; group 2, 87; P > .198). Both groups demonstrated good or excellent results in >80% of patients. A traumatic mechanism of injury (P = .0346) and presence of osteoarthritis (P = .0401) were independent factors resulting in significantly lower postoperative scores. There were statistically significant differences in preoperative and postoperative range of motion for internal rotation (group 1, P = .0321) and forward elevation (group 2, P = .0003). Return to prior level of activity was similar between younger and older age groups: 80% versus 74%. Time to return to sport was prolonged for group 2 (11.0 months) compared with group 1 (8.45 months). Patients without osteoarthritis were significantly more likely to return to previous levels of activity than were those who had osteoarthritis (P = .0044). Conclusion Good to excellent results and high return to prior level of activity can be expected for the majority of properly indicated patients who undergo isolated type II superior labral anterior posterior repairs, regardless of age. Subtle deficits in range of motion were experienced by both age groups; this did not seem to affect final outcomes. The presence of osteoarthritis was associated with lower American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores and inability to return to prior level of activity. Time to return to activity was prolonged for the older group.

scholarly journals Conservative Treatment Versus UltrasoundGuided Injection in the Management of Meralgia Paresthetica: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 3;23 (6;3) ◽  
pp. 253-264
Author(s):  
Gülcan Öztürk
Keyword(s):  
Conservative Treatment ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Meralgia Paresthetica ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Vas Scores ◽  
Group 3 ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Background: Meralgia paresthetica (MP) is an entrapment mononeuropathy of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (LFCN), in which conservative treatment options are not always sufficient. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound (US)-guided LFCN injection in the management of MP by comparing with transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) therapy and sham TENS therapy. Study Design: A prospective, randomized, sham-controlled study. Setting: Health Sciences University Training and Research Hospital in Turkey. Methods: Patients diagnosed with LFCN compression with clinical and electrophysiological findings were included in this study. Patients were randomly assigned to 3 groups: (1) USguided injection group, (2) TENS group, and (3) sham TENS group. The blockage of the LFCN was performed for therapeutic MP management in group 1. Ten sessions of conventional TENS were administered to each patient 5 days per week for 2 weeks, for 20 minutes per daily session in group 2, and sham TENS was applied to group 3 with the same protocol. Visual Analog Scale (VAS), painDETECT questionnaire, Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test (SWMt), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and health-related quality of life (36-Item Short Form Health Survey [SF36]) at onset (T1), 15 days after treatment (T2), and 1 month after treatment (T3) were used for evaluation. Patients and the investigator who evaluated the results were blinded to the treatment protocol during the study period. Results: A total of 54 of the 62 patients (group 1 n = 17, group 2 n = 16, group 3 n = 21) completed the study, 3 patients from group 1, 4 patients from group 2, and 1 patient from group 3 dropped out during the follow-up period. The mean changes in painDETECT and SWMt scores showed a statistically significant difference between groups in favor of group 1 at T2 and T3 compared with T1 (P < 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference between groups in terms of VAS, SF-36, and PSQI scores (P > 0.05). In-group analysis of VAS scores showed a statistically significant decrease in T2 and T3 compared with T1 in group 1 (P < 0.05). In-group analysis of the VAS scores statistically significant decrease was shown in T2 compared with T1 in group 2 (P < 0.05). In-group analysis of painDETECT scores statistically significant decrease was shown in T2 and T3 compared with T1 in all groups (P < 0.05). In-group analysis of SWMt scores statistically significant decrease was shown in T2 and T3 compared with T1 in group 1 (P < 0.05). In-group analysis of SF-36 and PSQI scores, there was no statistically significant decrease in all groups (P > 0.05). Limitations: The limitation of the study was a short follow-up period. Conclusions: US-guided LFCN injection and TENS may be therapeutic options for MP treatment, however, for patients with neuropathic pain symptoms, US-guided LFCN injection may be a safe and alternative method to conservative treatment. Key words: Meralgia paresthetica, ultrasound-guided injection, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

Is It Safe to Inject Corticosteroids Into the Glenohumeral Joint After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair?

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (7) ◽  
pp. 1694-1700 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yang-Soo Kim ◽  
Hong-Ki Jin ◽  
Hyo-Jin Lee ◽  
Hyung-Lae Cho ◽  
Wan-Seok Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Rotator Cuff Repair ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff ◽  
Cuff Repair ◽  
Group 1

Background: Injection of intra-articular corticosteroids is effective for improving the recovery of range of motion (ROM) and pain in various conditions of the shoulder but its use is limited after rotator cuff repair owing to concern over the possible harmful effects of steroids on the repaired tendon. Purpose: To evaluate the effect of intra-articular corticosteroid injections on the clinical outcomes and cuff integrity of patients after rotator cuff repair. Study Design: Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 1. Methods: Between March 2011 and April 2014, 80 patients with a small- to medium-sized rotator cuff tear were enrolled in this study and underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Forty patients received an injection of triamcinolone (40 mg) and lidocaine (1.5 mL) into the glenohumeral joint 8 weeks after surgery (group 1), while the remaining 40 patients received normal saline injection (group 2). Outcome measures—including ROM, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, Constant score, pain visual analog scale, and Simple Shoulder Test score—were evaluated at 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery and at the last follow-up. The integrity of the repaired tendon was evaluated by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and classified per Sugaya classification at 8 weeks (before injection) and 12 months after surgery. Results: The mean follow-up period was 25.7 months. At 3 months postoperatively, patients in group 1 had a significantly higher ROM with respect to forward flexion ( P = .05), external rotation at the side ( P = .05), and external rotation at abduction ( P = .04) as compared with group 2, whereas no significant difference was noted between the groups for internal rotation behind the back ( P = .65). Patients in group 1 had significantly lower visual analog scale pain scores ( P = .02) and higher ASES scores (group 1, 68.90; group 2, 60.28; P = .02) at 3-month follow-up. However, there was no significant difference after 6 months with respect to ROM and ASES scores (group 1, 77.80; group 2, 75.88; P = .33). Retears (Sugaya classification IV and V) were determined by MRI at 12 months and observed in a total of 7 patients (8.8%): 3 from group 1 (7.5%) and 4 from group 2 (10%). No retears were observed on MRI in the remaining 73 patients (91.2%): 37 patients from group 1 and 36 patients from group 2. There was no statistically significant difference in rate of retears between groups ( P = .69). Conclusion: Intra-articular injection of corticosteroids after rotator cuff repair does not increase the risk of retears and is thus an effective and safe treatment method for increasing ROM (forward flexion, external rotation) and improving clinical score (ASES) during the early postoperative period of patients undergoing rotator cuff repair.

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