Disorders of the Scapula and Their Role in Shoulder Injury

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-xxi

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2. The Basics

   1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1

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   2. Anatomy of the Scapula

      • Trevor Wilkes, W. Ben Kibler, Aaron D. Sciascia

      Pages 3-6

   3. Mechanics of the Scapula in Shoulder Function and Dysfunction

      • Paula M. Ludewig, Rebekah L. Lawrence

      Pages 7-23

   4. Muscle Activation Associated with Scapular Function and Dysfunction

      • David Ebaugh, Margaret Finley

      Pages 25-33

   5. Scapular Examination

      • Phil McClure, Aaron D. Sciascia, Tim L. Uhl

      Pages 35-48

3. The Scapula and Shoulder Pathology

   1. Front Matter

      Pages 49-49

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   2. The Scapula and Impingement/Rotator Cuff Disease and Treatment

      • Katherine E. Reuther, Brent J. Morris, John E. Kuhn

      Pages 51-58

   3. The Scapula and the Throwing/Overhead Athlete

      • Stephen J. Thomas, John D. Kelly IV

      Pages 59-78

   4. Scapular Dyskinesis and Glenohumeral Instability

      • W. Ben Kibler, Aaron D. Sciascia

      Pages 79-89

   5. The Scapula and Clavicle Fractures

      • Peter W. Hester, W. Ben Kibler

      Pages 91-98

   6. The Scapula and Acromioclavicular Joint Separation and Arthritis

      • Brent J. Morris, David Dome, Aaron D. Sciascia, W. Ben Kibler

      Pages 99-106

   7. The Scapular and Shoulder Arthritis

      • Brent J. Morris, T. Bradley Edwards, Thomas W. Wright

      Pages 107-112

   8. Scapular Muscle Detachment

      • W. Ben Kibler, Aaron D. Sciascia

      Pages 113-120

   9. Neurologic-Based Injuries and Scapula Winging

      • John E. Kuhn

      Pages 121-129

   10. Rehabilitation for Neurological Issues

       • Martin J. Kelley, Michael T. Piercey

       Pages 131-143

   11. Snapping Scapula Syndrome

       • George F. Lebus, Zaamin B. Hussain, Jonas Pogorzelski, Peter J. Millett

       Pages 145-156

   12. Scapula Fractures

       • Donald Lee, Schuyler Halverson

       Pages 157-178

   13. Rehabilitation of Scapular Dyskinesis

       • Ann M. Cools, Todd S. Ellenbecker, Lori A. Michener

       Pages 179-192

   14. Rehabilitation for Complex Scapular Dysfunction: Considerations of Pain and Altered Motor Patterns

       • Aaron D. Sciascia, Robin Cromwell, Tim L. Uhl

       Pages 193-213

This unique book - the first of its kind exclusive on disorders of the scapula - is a concise but comprehensive summary of the evidence that will enable clinicians to understand the scapula from its functions to its dysfunctions and includes clinical guidelines and pearls to improve the clinician’s competencies for the treatment of shoulder disorders. Organized logically, the book opens with a review of the baseline mechanics and pathomechanics of the scapula, proceeds to evaluation, then describes in detail the association of the scapula with specific shoulder problems, including rotator cuff disease, labral injuries, glenohumeral and multidirectional instability, clavicle fractures, acromioclavicular joint separation, and shoulder arthrosis. Subsequent chapters cover scapular muscle detachment, neurological injuries and winging, scapular fractures and snapping scapula, in addition to basic and complex rehabilitation strategies. Each chapter includes a summary section with clinical pearls.


In the past, in-depth research and expertise regarding the scapula was minimal, but a widening interest has resulted in a volume of literature that makes it possible and imperative that it be collected in a single volume. Disorders of the Scapula and Their Role in Shoulder Injury will be an excellent resource for orthopedic and trauma surgeons, residents and fellows.

• Acromioclavicular joint
• Glenohumeral instability
• Multidirectional instability
• Rotator cuff
• Scapula
• Scapular dyskinesis
• Scapular examination algorithm
• Scapulothoracic joint
• Shoulder arthrosis
• Shoulder blade
• Snapping scapula
• Sternoclavicular joint
• Winging

“This is a must-have for every general orthopedic and musculoskeletal library and is the best focused book on pathologies of the scapula. … a very important book for shoulder surgeons, as well for clinicians who care for or rehabilitate shoulder injuries. Kudos to Dr. Kibler and his colleagues for creating this wonderful reference.” (Mark R. Hutchinson, Doody's Book Reviews, September, 2017)

• Lexington Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center, Lexington, USA

  W. Ben Kibler

• Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, USA

  Aaron D. Sciascia

W. Ben Kibler, MD, FACSM, Lexington Clinic Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center, Lexington, KY, USA

Aaron D. Sciascia, PhD, ATC, PES, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY, USA

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