Shoulder Prosthesis Mechanics.
- Author:
Jinyoung JEONG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea. osjeong@hotmail.com
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Shoulder;
Prosthesis;
Mechanics
- MeSH:
Joints;
Mechanics;
Prostheses and Implants;
Shoulder
- From:Journal of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society
2010;13(1):153-160
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
PURPOSE: The goal of prosthetic replacement of the shoulder is the restoration of the normal anatomy of the joint. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The physician should review the variations in normal anatomy because it does vary widely and the placement of the prosthetic needs to be modified to accommodate the variations. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: Several factors including anatomic, prosthetic and surgical ones can lead to the best clinical results, and these are described.
