Snapping scapula syndrome (SSS) is characterized by a ‘‘snapping’’ sensation of the scapulothoracic articulation caused by bony and/or soft tissue impingement. When symptomatic, SSS is usually accompanied by bursal inflammation. While obvious bony abnormalities such [...]
Pectoralis Major Repair Overview The pectoralis major muscle, more commonly known as the “pec,” is a large muscle located on the chest wall. The powerful muscle plays an important role in shoulder function by [...]
Reverse Shoulder Replacement Overview Shoulder arthritis occurs when the cartilage of the ball and socket joint begins to wear away. Symptoms of shoulder arthritis include persistent pain, inflammation and swelling. Patients suffering [...]
An Overview of Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction Patients with “irreparable” rotator cuff tears or chronic tearing after the reconstruction of massive rotator cuff injuries may be candidates for Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction (ASCR), a [...]
An Overview of the Latarjet Procedure The Latarjet procedure is becoming a preferred method of treatment for anterior shoulder instability. This treatment can be performed by Dr. Peter Millett as an open procedure or [...]
Biceps Tenodesis Overview For athletes who participate in overhead sports that involve repetitive activities and motion such as swimming, tennis, and basketball, biceps tendonitis or instability can be a common source of shoulder pain. [...]
Sternoclavicular Surgery Overview Injuries to the sternoclavicular joint are often caused by direct trauma to the collarbone area. The sternoclavicular joint, also known as the SC joint, is the bony joint that links the [...]
An Overview of Nerve Releases for Axillary Nerve Damage Certain degrees of osteoarthritis of the shoulder can cause bony deformations called osteofytes. There is growing evidence, supported by Dr. Peter Millett’s own surgical experience [...]
An Overview of Snapping Scapula Treatment Snapping scapula syndrome, also known as scapulothoracic bursitis, causes pain and mechanical catching and grinding symptoms around the shoulder blade (scapula). Using minimally-invasive arthroscopic surgery, the problem can be [...]
Shoulder Joint Preservation and Cartilage Restoration Procedures The U.S. Center for Disease Control estimates that in the next 25 years at least 71 million Americans will have some form of arthritis, a [...]
