Zimmer® Bigliani/Flatow® Shoulder System

Various studies report that patients who receive total shoulder arthroplasty have more consistent improvement in function versus hemi shoulder arthroplasty. Additionally, certain clinical presentations require total shoulder arthroplasty in order to provide pain relief and restore glenohumeral stability.  However, total shoulder arthroplasty is not without surgical and post-operative follow up complications1. 

The purpose of this training is to educate participants on safe and effective methods of performing total shoulder arthroplasty by teaching:

  • Surgical techniques that focus on optimizing surgical exposure via soft tissue releases.
  • Glenoid anatomy with an emphasis on potential surgical issues and complications due to osteoarthritis and other degenerative and/or traumatic processes.
  • Proper glenoid implant seating in order to provide effective pain relief and improve clinical outcomes. 

Bigliani / Flatow Shoulder  

The Bigliani / Flatow Complete Shoulder Solution is an effective and reproducible option for total shoulder arthroplasty that enables replication of natural mobility, balance, and stability of the shoulder joint.  The innovative glenoid component design produces a central conforming zone surrounded by a non-conforming zone. This patented design feature provides for accurate glenohumeral articulation and optimized joint performance.

By participating in this one-day course you will experience:

  • Surgeon Facilitator led interactive lecture
  • Surgeon Facilitator led hands-on bioskills demonstration
  • Participant performs the procedure
  • Participant assists on the procedure
  • Course review, evaluation, and discussion

For information on Zimmer Institute|BioSkills Training or registration information, contact your local Zimmer Sales Associate.  Also, you can contact the Zimmer Institute at 1-877-946-2761 or by e-mail at zimmer.institute@zimmer.com.

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Reference:

  1. Bryant, D., Litchfield, R., Sandow, M., Gartsman, Guyatt, G., & Kirkley, A. J Bone Joint Surg Am.  2005;87:1987-1956.