Systematic review of patient-administered shoulder functional scores on instability

BACKGROUND: Shoulder instability is common. Multiple questionnaires are used in clinical studies. The purpose of this study is to find and synthesize evidence on the usefulness of self-administered questionnaires specific to shoulder instability. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We undertook a systematic review using a standard search strategy (publications from 1966-2008) on databases (Medline, Embase); a structured search was conducted and supplemented …