There are many reasons physical therapists (PTs) or orthopedic surgeons may progress patients with rotator cuff repairs at different paces. It is important to realize that rotator cuff tears range from small to massive in size. A small tear, less than one centimeter in length, will have more healthy rotator cuff tissue adjacent to…
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Shoulder Rotator Cuff Tears and Treatments
Millions of people experience shoulder pain each year, and one of the most common causes is a rotator cuff tear. Rotator cuff injuries were first recorded in 300 BC by Hippocrates when he noted the prevalence of injuries associated with tendons in the shoulder. While the prevalence of rotator cuff injuries remains the same today,…
Seeking Pain-free Shoulder Surgery
One of the principles that I adhere to as an orthopedic surgeon is staying current and watchful of new techniques and technologies that have the potential to benefit my patients. While as surgeons we fine-tune our skills to provide the best technique we feel we can offer, there are frequently nuances or changes that can…