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Epidemiology of Joint Dislocations and Ligamentous/Tendinous Injuries

Musculoskeletal injuries impose an enormous burden of disability on individuals, society, and health care systems. Although the majority of such injuries are non-fatal, they cause substantial morbidity and suffering (1, 2). In the past decades,the growing global burden of injuries has demanded the attention of policy-makers in the public health arena all over the world. Currently, it is accepted that injuries are preventable and the burden should  be reduced with appropriate strategies, especially in low- and middle-income countries...

Shoulder was the most prevalent site of dislocation(50.6%), followed by fingers (10.1%), toes (7.6%), hip(7.3%), and elbow (6.5%). The highest M/F…

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  Elbow

Several methods. Our favorite is the supination fulcrum...

  Hip

Allis maneuver remains our favorite

  Jaw

We like the Extra-oral reduction technique.

  Knee

Knee dislocation (KD) is an uncommon injury with the potential for grave consequences if not recognized and appropriately managed - Dr. Maddie Boyle

  Phalanx

Excellent summary.

  Shoulder

Several methods...

 SinaiEM

Excellent resource for usual dislocations.

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