The Effect of Anterior Dislocation on the Mechanical Properties of the Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Carrie A. Rainis ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Recurrent Dislocation ◽  
The Body ◽  
Anterior Dislocation ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Repair Techniques

The glenohumeral joint is the most frequently dislocated major joint in the body with about 2% of the population dislocating their shoulders between the ages of 18 and 70 [1]. Instability due to permanent deformation of the glenohumeral capsule is commonly associated with dislocation [2]. Current surgical repair techniques for shoulder dislocations typically consist of plication of the glenohumeral capsule, or folding the tissue over on itself, to reduce redundancy in the capsule and restore stability to the shoulder. Up to 25% of patients who undergo surgery for a shoulder dislocation still experience pain, instability, and recurrent dislocation after surgery [3]. It is hypothesized that the mechanical properties of the glenohumeral capsule change in response to dislocation. In addition, the magnitude and location of these changes may have implications for the ideal location and extent of plication. Therefore, the objective of this study was to quantify the mechanical properties of the axillary pouch of the glenohumeral capsule in tension and shear after anterior dislocation.

Effects of Simulated Injury on Tissue Deformation and Mechanical Properties of the Anteroinferior Glenohumeral Capsule

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Andrew J. Brown ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Tensile Elongation ◽  
The Body ◽  
Joint Stability ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Patients Experience ◽  
Repair Techniques

The glenohumeral joint is the most dislocated major joint in the body with most dislocations occurring anteriorly. [1] The anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (AB-IGHL) is the primary passive restraint to dislocation and experiences the highest strains during these events. [2,3] It has been found that injuries to the capsule following dislocation include permanent deformation, which increases joint mobility and contributes to recurrent instability. [4] Many current surgical repair techniques focus on plicating redundant tissue following injury. However, these techniques are inadequate as 12–25% of patients experience pain and instability afterwards and thus may not fully address all capsular tissue pathologies resulting from dislocation. [5] Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the effect of permanent deformation on the mechanical properties of the AB-IGHL during a tensile elongation. Improved understanding of the capsular tissue pathologies resulting from dislocation may lead to new repair techniques that better restore joint stability and improve patient outcome by placating the capsule in specific locations.

Injury to the Glenohumeral Capsule During Anterior Dislocation Results in Damage to the Anteroinferior Capsule

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Repair ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
The Body ◽  
Anterior Dislocation ◽  
Recoverable Strain ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Anterior Direction ◽  
Repair Techniques

The glenohumeral joint is the most frequently dislocated major joint in the body with about 2% of the population dislocating their shoulders between the ages of 18 and 70 [1]. About 80% of these shoulder dislocations occur in the anterior direction, and they most commonly occur in the apprehension position, which is characterized by 60° of glenohumeral abduction and 60° of external rotation [2]. The most common pathology associated with dislocation is instability due to permanent deformation [3]. Current surgical repair techniques for shoulder dislocations are inadequate with about 25% of patients still experiencing pain and instability after surgery [4]. By assessing the strain distribution, it is possible to determine the stabilizing function of the various capsular regions. In addition, surgeons could benefit from knowing the location and extent of tissue damage when placating the capsule during repair procedures. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the location and extent of injury to the anteroinferior capsule during anterior dislocation by quantifying the strain at dislocation and the non-recoverable strain following dislocation.

Mechanical Properties of the Glenohumeral Capsule Change With Simulated Injury

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
Tissue Sample ◽  
Biomechanical Properties ◽  
Recurrent Instability ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Normal Stability ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Anterior Direction ◽  
Repair Techniques

The glenohumeral joint suffers more dislocations than any other joint, most of which occur in the anterior direction. The anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (AB-IGHL) is the primary restraint to these dislocations and as a result experiences the highest strains during these events. [1] Injuries to the capsule following dislocation include permanent tissue deformation that increases joint mobility and contributes to recurrent instability. [2] This deformation can be quantified by measuring nonrecoverable strain. [3] Simulated injury of the capsule results in permanently elongated tissue and nonrecoverable strain. Current surgical repair techniques are subjective and may not fully address all capsular tissue pathologies resulting from dislocation. Surgeons typically repair the injured capsule by plicating the stretched-out tissue; however, these techniques are inadequate with 23% of patients needing an additional repair. [4] Quantitative data on the changes in the biomechanical properties of the capsule following dislocation may help to predict the amount of capsular tissue to plicate for restoring normal stability. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to quantify changes in stiffness and material properties of the AB-IGHL tissue sample following simulated injury (creation of nonrecoverable strain).

Effects of Gender on the Mechanical Properties of the Glenohumeral Capsule: Implications for Surgical Repair Techniques

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric J. Rainis ◽  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Elizabeth A. Timcho ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Surgical Repair ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Joint Stiffness ◽  
The Body ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Gender Specific ◽  
Repair Techniques

The glenohumeral joint is the most dislocated major joint in the body and the axillary pouch of the glenohumeral capsule is the primary stabilizer at the extreme ranges of external rotation. [1] Procedures to repair the capsule following dislocation result in 12–25% of patients still experiencing pain and instability. [2] Studies performing clinical exams have found inconsistent data on differences between males and females. Increased laxity in the glenohumeral joint of females has been found as well as overall hypermobility when compared to males. [3,4] However, others have found no differences in overall joint stiffness between genders. [5] These findings suggest that a difference in the mechanical properties might exist between genders. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the effects of gender on the mechanical properties of the axillary pouch during tensile loading. A combined experimental and computational approach was used to evaluate the properties of the tissue. This data could potentially be utilized to improve surgical procedures and necessitate gender-specific repair techniques.

Changes in Capsule Function Following Anterior Dislocation Elucidate the Need for Standardized Clinical Exams to Diagnose Shoulder Instability

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Damage ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Experimental Models ◽  
Anterior Dislocation ◽  
Tissue Deformation ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Anterior Translation ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule

The anteroinferior glenohumeral capsule (anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (AB-IGHL), axillary pouch) limits anterior translation, particularly in positions of external rotation, and as a result is frequently injured during anterior dislocation. [1,2] A common capsular injury is permanent tissue deformation, however, the extent and effects of this injury are difficult to evaluate as the deformation cannot be seen using diagnostic imaging. In addition, clinical exams to diagnose this injury are not reliable [3] and poor patient outcome still exists following repair procedures. [4] Previous experimental models have observed increased joint mobility following permanent tissue deformation. [5] While other models have quantified the permanent deformation using nonrecoverable strain [6], no model has correlated the amount of tissue damage to altered capsule function. Understanding the relationship between the extent of tissue damage and changes in capsule function following anterior dislocation could aid surgeons in diagnosing and treating anterior instability. Therefore, the objectives of this work were to 1) quantify the nonrecoverable strain in the anteroinferior capsule resulting from an anterior dislocation and 2) evaluate capsule function (strain distribution in anteroinferior capsule, anterior translation) during a simulated clinical exam at three joint positions, in the intact and injured joint.

Development of a Finite Element Model of the Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament of the Glenohumeral Joint

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
William J. Newman ◽  
Richard E. Debski ◽  
Susan M. Moore ◽  
Jeffrey A. Weiss
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Fe Modeling ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Subject Specific ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Shoulder Stability

The shoulder is one of the most complex and often injured joints in the human body. The inferior glenohumeral ligament (IGHL), composed of the anterior band (AB), posterior band (PB) and the axillary pouch, has been shown to be an important contributor to anterior shoulder stability (Turkel, 1981). Injuries to the IGHL of the glenohumeral capsule are especially difficult to diagnose and treat effectively. The objective of this research was to develop a methodology for subject-specific finite element (FE) modeling of the ligamentous structures of the glenohumeral joint, specifically the IGHL, and to determine how changes in material properties affect predicted strains in the IGHL at 60° of external rotation. Using the techniques developed in this research, an improved understanding of the contribution of the IGHL to shoulder stability can be acquired.

Collagen Fiber Alignment and Maximum Principal Strain in the Glenohumeral Capsule Predict Location of Failure During Uniaxial Extension

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelvin Luu ◽  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Collagen Fiber ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
Uniaxial Extension ◽  
Principal Strain ◽  
Fiber Alignment ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Maximum Principal Strain ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
Collagen Fiber Alignment

The glenohumeral joint is frequently dislocated causing injury to the glenohumeral capsule (axillary pouch (AP), anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (AB-IGHL), posterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (PB-IGHL), posterior (Post), and anterosuperior region (AS)). [1, 2] The capsule is a passive stabilizer to the glenohumeral joint and primarily functions to resist dislocation during extreme ranges of motion. [3] When unloaded, the capsule consists of randomly oriented collagen fibers, which play a pertinent role in its function to resist loading in multiple directions. [4] The location of failure in only the axillary pouch has been shown to correspond with the highest degree of collagen fiber orientation and maximum principle strain just prior to failure. [4, 5] However, several discrepancies were found when comparing the collagen fiber alignment between the AB-IGHL, AP, and PB-IGHL. [3,6,7] Therefore, the objective was to determine the collagen fiber alignment and maximum principal strain in five regions of the capsule during uniaxial extension to failure and to determine if these parameters could predict the location of tissue failure. Since the capsule functions as a continuous sheet, we hypothesized that maximum principal strain and peak collagen fiber alignment would correspond with the location of tissue failure in all regions of the glenohumeral capsule.

Performing Clinical Exams at Specific Joint Positions May Help Identify Injured Regions of the Glenohumeral Capsule Following Anterior Dislocation

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Rainis ◽  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Damage ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Anterior Dislocation ◽  
Joint Position ◽  
Anterior Instability ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule ◽  
The Relationship

The anteroinferior glenohumeral capsule (anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (AB-IGHL), axillary pouch) limits anterior translation, particularly in positions of external rotation. [1, 2] Permanent tissue deformation that occurs as a result of dislocation contributes to anterior instability, but, the extent and effects of this injury are difficult to evaluate as the deformation cannot be seen using diagnostic imaging. Clinical exams are used to identify the appropriate location of tissue damage and current arthroscopic procedures allow for selective tightening of localized capsule regions; however, identifying the specific location for optimal treatment of each patient is challenging. Although the reliability of clinical exams has been shown to change with joint position [3] a standardized procedure has yet to be established. This lack of standardization is particularly problematic since capsule function is highly dependent upon joint position [4–7], and could be responsible for failed repairs attributed to plication of the wrong capsular region [8]. Understanding the relationship between the location of tissue damage and changes in capsule function following anterior dislocation could aid clinicians in diagnosing and treating anterior instability. Therefore, the objective of this work was to compare strain distributions in the anteroinferior capsule before and after anterior dislocation in order to identify joint positions at which clinical exams would be capable of detecting damage (nonrecoverable strain) in specific locations.

Injury to the Glenohumeral Capsule During Anterior Dislocation Leads to Higher Joint Contact Forces During Simulated Clinical Exams

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Voycheck ◽  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
Keyword(s):  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Supraspinatus Tendon ◽  
Contact Forces ◽  
Anterior Dislocation ◽  
Joint Stability ◽  
Articular Surfaces ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule

Glenohumeral joint stability is maintained by a combination of active and passive soft tissue structures and osteoarticular contact. Anatomical structures that contribute to each of these categories include the rotator cuff muscles, the glenohumeral capsule, and the contact between the articular surfaces of the humeral head and glenoid of the scapula, respectively. Dislocation may result in injury to one or more of these stabilizing components requiring the other structures to account for the deficit. For example, previous research has shown that a torn supraspinatus tendon results in increased bony contact forces during glenohumeral abduction. [1] Another common injury resulting from dislocation is permanent deformation of the glenohumeral capsule as the capsule is the primary static restraint to anterior translation in positions of external rotation. [2] Increased joint translations and rotations usually occur following permanent deformation [3] indicating a loss in joint stability provided by the capsule. These changes in joint kinematics following dislocation imply that differences in the contact forces between the humerus and scapula may exist as well. Irregular contact between two articular surfaces can lead to abnormal wear and an increased risk of osteoarthritis when left untreated. Therefore, the objective of this work was to assess the affect of anterior dislocation on glenohumeral joint stability by determining the in situ force in the glenohumeral capsule and the bony contact forces between the humerus and scapula during a simulated clinical exam at three joint positions in the intact and injured joint.

Ligamentous Restraints to External Rotation of the Humerus in the Late-Cocking Phase of Throwing

2000 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 200-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
John E. Kuhn ◽  
Michael J. Bey ◽  
Laura J. Huston ◽  
Ralph B. Blasier ◽  
Louis J. Soslowsky
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Glenohumeral Joint ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
Coracoacromial Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Coracohumeral Ligament ◽  
Potential Source ◽  
Glenohumeral Ligaments ◽  
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament ◽  
Glenohumeral Capsule

The late-cocking phase of throwing is characterized by extreme external rotation of the abducted arm; repeated stress in this position is a potential source of glenohumeral joint laxity. To determine the ligamentous restraints for external rotation in this position, 20 cadaver shoulders (mean age, 65 16 years) were dissected, leaving the rotator cuff tendons, coracoacromial ligament, glenohumeral capsule and ligaments, and coracohumeral ligament intact. The combined superior and middle glenohumeral ligaments, anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament, and the entire inferior glenohumeral ligament were marked with sutures during arthroscopy. Specimens were mounted in a testing apparatus to simulate the late-cocking position. Forces of 22 N were applied to each of the rotator cuff tendons. An external rotation torque (0.06 N m/sec to a peak of 3.4 N m) was applied to the humerus of each specimen with the capsule intact and again after a single randomly chosen ligament was cut (N 5 in each group). Cutting the entire inferior glenohumeral ligament resulted in the greatest increase in external rotation (10.2° 4.9°). This was not significantly different from sectioning the coracohumeral ligament (8.6° 7.3°). The anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (2.7° 1.5°) and the superior and middle glenohumeral ligaments (0.7° 0.3°) were significantly less important in limiting external rotation.

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