Assessment of a painful shoulder after a trauma is always a challenge for clinicians. In addition to the importance of shoulder in a day to day life, its complex anatomy also warrants thorough investigation when in pain. Radiological investigation strategies of such presentations are presented in this brief article. The shoulder is the most unstable and mobile joint of the body, which also has complex anatomy and physiology. Due to its complex nature, radiological evaluation requires proper imaging strategies in different presentations.
As always, detailed history and physical examination indicate the specific radiological evaluation strategy. Imaging studies recommendation for specific presentation The most updated recommendations are from American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR recommendations are tailored to suit the specific presentation. The following recommendations also…
