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| name = Quadrilateral space syndrome | |||
| image = [[File:Shoulder_muscle_-_force_couple_of_rotator_cuff.gif|left|thumb|Illustration of shoulder muscles]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of shoulder muscles | |||
| synonyms = Quadrangular space syndrome | |||
| specialty = [[Orthopedics]], [[Sports medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Shoulder pain]], [[paresthesia]] in the [[posterior]] [[upper arm]] | |||
| complications = [[Muscle atrophy]] | |||
| onset = Typically [[young adults]] | |||
| duration = Can be [[chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Compression]] of the [[axillary nerve]] and [[posterior circumflex humeral artery]] | |||
| risks = [[Repetitive overhead activities]], [[trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[MRI]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Rotator cuff tear]], [[cervical radiculopathy]], [[thoracic outlet syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = Avoidance of repetitive overhead activities | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[NSAIDs]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Quadrilateral Space Syndrome''' is a rare condition that affects the [[nervous system]] and [[musculoskeletal system]]. It is characterized by [[pain]], [[numbness]], and [[muscle weakness]] in the shoulder and arm due to compression of the [[axillary nerve]] and [[posterior circumflex humeral artery]]. | '''Quadrilateral Space Syndrome''' is a rare condition that affects the [[nervous system]] and [[musculoskeletal system]]. It is characterized by [[pain]], [[numbness]], and [[muscle weakness]] in the shoulder and arm due to compression of the [[axillary nerve]] and [[posterior circumflex humeral artery]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The syndrome is caused by compression of the axillary nerve and the posterior circumflex humeral artery, which pass through the [[quadrilateral space]] in the shoulder. This compression can be due to various factors such as [[anatomical abnormalities]], [[muscle hypertrophy]], [[fibrous bands]], [[cysts]], [[tumors]], or [[trauma]]. | The syndrome is caused by compression of the axillary nerve and the posterior circumflex humeral artery, which pass through the [[quadrilateral space]] in the shoulder. This compression can be due to various factors such as [[anatomical abnormalities]], [[muscle hypertrophy]], [[fibrous bands]], [[cysts]], [[tumors]], or [[trauma]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptoms of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include: | The main symptoms of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include: | ||
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* [[Muscle weakness]], especially in the [[deltoid muscle]] | * [[Muscle weakness]], especially in the [[deltoid muscle]] | ||
* Difficulty in performing overhead activities | * Difficulty in performing overhead activities | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome is often challenging due to its rarity and non-specific symptoms. It is usually based on the patient's [[medical history]], [[physical examination]], and imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] (NCS) may also be used. | Diagnosis of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome is often challenging due to its rarity and non-specific symptoms. It is usually based on the patient's [[medical history]], [[physical examination]], and imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] (NCS) may also be used. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment options for Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include [[physical therapy]], [[pain management]], and in severe cases, [[surgery]]. The goal of treatment is to relieve the compression on the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery, and to restore normal function of the shoulder and arm. | Treatment options for Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include [[physical therapy]], [[pain management]], and in severe cases, [[surgery]]. The goal of treatment is to relieve the compression on the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery, and to restore normal function of the shoulder and arm. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Axillary nerve]] | * [[Axillary nerve]] | ||
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* [[Shoulder pain]] | * [[Shoulder pain]] | ||
* [[Muscle weakness]] | * [[Muscle weakness]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Nervous system disorders]] | [[Category:Nervous system disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Musculoskeletal disorders]] | [[Category:Musculoskeletal disorders]] | ||
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| Quadrilateral space syndrome | |
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| Synonyms | Quadrangular space syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Orthopedics, Sports medicine |
| Symptoms | Shoulder pain, paresthesia in the posterior upper arm |
| Complications | Muscle atrophy |
| Onset | Typically young adults |
| Duration | Can be chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Compression of the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery |
| Risks | Repetitive overhead activities, trauma |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, MRI, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Rotator cuff tear, cervical radiculopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome |
| Prevention | Avoidance of repetitive overhead activities |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, surgery |
| Medication | NSAIDs |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Quadrilateral Space Syndrome is a rare condition that affects the nervous system and musculoskeletal system. It is characterized by pain, numbness, and muscle weakness in the shoulder and arm due to compression of the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery.
Causes[edit]
The syndrome is caused by compression of the axillary nerve and the posterior circumflex humeral artery, which pass through the quadrilateral space in the shoulder. This compression can be due to various factors such as anatomical abnormalities, muscle hypertrophy, fibrous bands, cysts, tumors, or trauma.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptoms of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include:
- Pain in the shoulder and arm
- Numbness and tingling in the affected area
- Muscle weakness, especially in the deltoid muscle
- Difficulty in performing overhead activities
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Quadrilateral Space Syndrome is often challenging due to its rarity and non-specific symptoms. It is usually based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan. Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS) may also be used.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for Quadrilateral Space Syndrome include physical therapy, pain management, and in severe cases, surgery. The goal of treatment is to relieve the compression on the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery, and to restore normal function of the shoulder and arm.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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