Approaches to senior care #6. Shoulder pain in the geriatric patient. Part I. Evaluation and pathophysiology.
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abstract
Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the elderly. The rewards of accurate diagnosis and early treatment often elude the orthopaedist without a systematic approach to this region. A thorough understanding of shoulder anatomy, pain referral patterns, and the pathophysiology of the aging process must be combined with an awareness of the latest treatment modalities and surgical techniques.
