The Subscapularis Footprint: An Anatomic Description of Its Insertion Site

2007107 citationsJournal Article

Authors

David P. Richards · Arizona Institute for Bone & Joint Disorders

Stephen S. Burkhart · Urology San Antonio

Armin M. Tehrany · University Orthopaedic Associates

Michael A. Wirth · The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Abstract

This broad attachment site superiorly is likely important in load transmission. Knowledge of the shape of the footprint of the subscapularis, with a broad superior attachment, makes it easier for the surgeon to perform an accurate anatomic surgical reconstruction of the torn subscapularis.

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Shoulder Injury and Treatment Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation

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Published in: Arthroscopy The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery

Volume 23, Issue 3, pp. 251-254

DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2006.11.023

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