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Massive Rotator Cuff Tears And Superior Capsular Reconstruction
Suffering from rotator cuff tears? If you are suffering from this problem, then you should consider getting a reconstruction procedure done. Feel free to book an appointment online to get treated by one of the best orthopaedic doctors.
Dr. Aditya Sai
MS, DNB (Orthopaedics)
Massive Rotator Cuff Tears And Superior Capsular Reconstruction
What is rotator cuff?
A group of tendons around the shoulder joint which are responsible for stabilising the shoulder and movement of the shoulder . There are four tendons in the rotator cuff:
- Supraspinatus
- Infraspinatus
- Subscapularis
- Teres Minor
How do Rotator cuff tendons tear?
- Degenerative , due to poor tendon quality
- Attritional , due to Impingement
- Traumatic
What are the symptoms of rotator cuff tear?
- Difficulty in shoulder movement
- Pain
- Night pain
- Difficulty in overhead/behind the back activities
What is a massive irreparable rotator cuff tear?
Generally Surgeons are able to arthroscopically repair majority of the rotator cuff tears , however if there are
- Multiple tendon tears
- Retraction of tendon
- Significant fatty infiltration
Then it may not be possible to repair the rotator cuff.
In such scenarios in younger individuals (40-60 yrs) a treatment alternative is superior capsular reconstruction where using the individuals own thigh tissue the rotator cuff can be reconstructed.
Why Choose Us?
Dr. Aditya Sai is a renowned surgical orthopedic doctor practising in Mumbai. He has 15+ years of experience, with 10+ years of specialization in Shoulder Surgery, Knee & Hip Arthroscopy And Joint Preservation.
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