Narrative review evaluating the rationale, biomechanical data, and early clinical outcomes of inlay and inset glenoid implants in anatomic TSA — specifically whether these designs can reduce glenoid loosening risk and expand treatment options for younger, active patients and those with glenoid deformity.
When evaluating a patient under 55–60 with glenohumeral OA who wants to continue weightlifting or high-impact sport, consider inlay or inset glenoid designs over standard onlay TSA — biomechanical data and early series favor lower loosening risk, and these implants also offer a technical solution for retroverted or deficient glenoids where standard components cannot be seated.
Counsel patients that long-term survival data do not yet exist.
Narrative review evaluating the rationale, biomechanical data, and early clinical outcomes of inlay and inset glenoid implants in anatomic TSA — specifically whether these designs can reduce glenoid loosening risk and expand treatment options for younger, active patients and those with glenoid deformity.
When evaluating a patient under 55–60 with glenohumeral OA who wants to continue weightlifting or high-impact sport, consider inlay or inset glenoid designs over standard onlay TSA — biomechanical data and early series favor lower loosening risk, and these implants also offer a technical solution for retroverted or deficient glenoids where standard components cannot be seated.
Counsel patients that long-term survival data do not yet exist.