Chair method: a simple and effective method for reduction of anterior shoulder dislocation
Abstract
Methods: Seventy-four patients with anterior shoulder dislocation were treated using the chair method. Data from patients were recorded and analyzed.
Results: All dislocated shoulders were successfully reduced using the chair method without any complication or difficulty. Thirty patients had first time dislocation and 44 patients had previous dislocation. Mean duration between dislocation and reduction was 3 (range: 1 to 6) hours. Mean duration of reduction was 13.9 (range: 3 to 45) seconds.
Conclusion: The chair method is an effective and successful reduction method for shoulder dislocation. We believe that orthopedists and emergency department physicians should be familiar with this simple technique which does not have to be performed under general anesthesia.
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Mahir Mahirogullari
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Faruk Akyildiz
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Ismet Koksal
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Selami Cakmak
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Mustafa Kurklu
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Mesih Kuskucu
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Publication Date
April 12, 2012
Submission Date
March 7, 2014
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 2012 Volume: 46 Number: 2