A simple and universal method for reduction of dislocation of the shoulder.
A new method of reducing both anterior and posterior shoulder dislocations is described. Force is directed along the axis of the joint and minimal effort is required. The method is safe, simple and successful in both recent and delayed cases.
Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
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D000328:Adult; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D001835:Body Weight; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic / Q000379:methods*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000145:classification / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome