Peter Habermeyer

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Peter Habermeyer is a leading figure in orthopaedic surgery, with a career-long focus on the biomechanics and surgical treatment of the shoulder, particularly the glenohumeral joint and the long head of the biceps tendon (LHB). His major contributions center on understanding the pathomechanics of Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior (SLAP) lesions. Through influential biomechanical studies on human cadavers, Habermeyer demonstrated how SLAP tears increase glenohumeral translation and biceps loading, providing critical evidence on how these lesions can lead to chondral damage. His work on the effectiveness of SLAP repair versus biceps tenotomy, cited over 40 times, has directly informed surgical decision-making. Beyond soft tissue, he has also shaped the field of arthroplasty, notably with his 1999 perspective on shoulder replacement, which remains a foundational reference with 40 citations. An early adopter of technology, Habermeyer explored computer-assisted surgical planning and robotics with the CASPAR system, showcasing his forward-thinking approach. With a body of work that bridges basic science and clinical practice, his research has been instrumental in refining surgical techniques for shoulder instability and degeneration.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   The influence of superior labrum anterior to posterior (SLAP) repair on restoring baseline glenohumeral translation and increased biceps loading after simulated SLAP tear and the effectiveness of SLAP repair after long head of biceps tenotomy

   43 citations · 2012
2. 2
   Current status and perspectives of shoulder replacement

   40 citations · 1999
3. 3
   Increased glenohumeral translation and biceps load after SLAP lesions with potential influence on glenohumeral chondral lesions: a biomechanical study on human cadavers

   31 citations · 2011
4. 4
   Computer Assisted Surgical Planning and Robotics mit dem CASPAR-System

   6 citations · 1999

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