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Hook Retraction for Scapulothoracic Arthroscopy
Am J Orthop. 2011 July;40(7):372-373
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Dimitri M. Thomas, MD, CPT, MC, USA, Uel Hansen, MD, MAJ, MC, USA, and Brett D. Owens, MD, LTC, MC, USA
Scapulothoracic arthroscopy is an established method for evaluating the articulation between the thoracic cage and the scapula. The “chicken-wing” position is often used to enhance visualization of the scapulothoracic space. There are situations in which the chicken-wing position is not feasible or practical, such as in simultaneous arthroscopy of both joints. In this article, we describe a new technique that aids in arthroscopy of the scapulothoracic joint, particularly when the chicken-wing position is unavailable.