Velpeau axillary view of shoulder

Above is shown an example of an alternative axillary view of the glenohumeral joint called the Velpeau view. In this example involving a three part fracture of the proximal humerus, this view confirms the internal rotation of the humeral head, posterior displacement of the greater tuberosity, and anterior displacement of the shaft. This view also confirms that the head is not dislocated from the glenoid.