Who is a candidate for arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery?
More often than not, arthroscopic surgery is a good option for rotator cuff repair instead of an open surgery, according to Premier Physician Network (PPN) physicians.
Continuing pain that doesn’t improve with non-surgical treatment is the main reason for surgery, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
Good candidates for arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery, according to the AAOS, would include people who:
- Have a large tear – at least 3 cm – with good quality tissue around the tear
- Have a tear caused by a recent, acute injury
- Have significant weakness and loss of function in the shoulder
- Have symptoms that have lasted six to 12 months
For more information about who is a good candidate for arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery, talk with your doctor.
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