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Movements of the ‘shoulder’ are complex. These include not only glenohumeral but also scapulothoracic motion, which in turn involves both the acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joints. Thus, when the shoulder joint is the site of complaint, it is essential to examine all these areas.

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  1. Watford, UK

    Alexander Benjamin MB, BS, FRCS (Orthopaedic Surgeon to Peace Memorial Hospital, Honorary Lecturer)

  2. West Herts Hospital, Hemel Hempstead, UK

    Alexander Benjamin MB, BS, FRCS (Orthopaedic Surgeon to Peace Memorial Hospital, Honorary Lecturer)

  3. Postgraduate Institute of Orthopaedics, UK

    Alexander Benjamin MB, BS, FRCS (Orthopaedic Surgeon to Peace Memorial Hospital, Honorary Lecturer)

  4. Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield, UK

    Basil Helal MB, BS, MCh (Orth), FRCS (Orthopaedic Surgeon to The London Hospital)

  5. Highlands Hospital, Winchmore Hill, UK

    Basil Helal MB, BS, MCh (Orth), FRCS (Orthopaedic Surgeon to The London Hospital)

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Benjamin, A., Helal, B. (1980). The Shoulder. In: Surgical Repair and Reconstruction in Rheumatoid Disease. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-04135-0_9

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