A case of bilateral luxatio erecta.
- Authors: Camarda, L; Martorana, U; D'Arienzo, M
- Publication year: 2009
- Type: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- Key words: luxatio erecta, shoulder dislocation
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/39332
Abstract
Luxatio erecta is an uncommon form of glenohumeral dislocation. Cases of bilateral inferior shoulder dislocation (luxatio erecta) are very rare, and only ten cases have been described in literature. We describe a case of a woman with bilateral luxatio erecta of the shoulders treated with close reduction, immobilization and rehabilitation. The patient had fallen downstairs while clinging to both lateral banisters.