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Shoulder pain, weakness from tears
Why do get this surgery?
What does the surgeon do in the surgery?
Rotator cuff repair reattaches torn shoulder tendons using arthroscopy, a minimally invasive technique with small incisions and a camera. Ideal for tears causing chronic pain or weakness, the procedure involves anchoring tendons to bone with sutures or biodegradable anchors. Double-row stitching improves durability for large tears.
Recovery includes 4–6 weeks in a sling and 6 months of PT to regain strength. Advances like superior capsular reconstruction offer alternatives for irreparable damage.
How successful is this surgery?
What can go wrong in surgery?
70-90%
Re-tear (20-40%), infection (<1%)
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