The subacromial space in normal shoulder radiographs

Authors

  • Claes J. Petersson
  • Inga Redlund-Johnell

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678408992312

Abstract

The subacromial space in standard anteroposterior radiographs of 175 normal shoulders was between 9 and 10 mm. The space was significantly greater in men, with a slight reduction with age. In middle age, a subacromial space less than 6 mm is pathological, possibly indicating supraspinatus tendon rupture.

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Published

1984-01-01

How to Cite

Petersson, C. J., & Redlund-Johnell, I. (1984). The subacromial space in normal shoulder radiographs. Acta Orthopaedica, 55(1), 57–58. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678408992312