Who Needs Rotator Cuff Surgery

Surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff most often involves re-attaching the tendon to the head of the humerus (upper arm bone). A partial tear, however, may need only a trimming or smoothing procedure called a debridement. A complete tear is repaired by stitching the tendon back to its original site on the humerus.

When Rotator Cuff Surgery is Recommended-
Your doctor may offer surgery as an option for a torn rotator cuff if your pain does not improve with nonsurgical methods. Continued pain is the main indication for surgery. If you are very active and use your arms for overhead work or sports, your doctor may also suggest surgery.

Other signs that surgery may be a good option for you include:

Your symptoms have lasted 6 to 12 months
You have a large tear (more than 3 cm) and the quality of the surrounding tendon tissue is good
You have significant weakness and loss of function in your shoulder
Your tear was caused by a recent, acute injury

If you are also suffering from these symptoms, Consult our expert Dr. Ritesh Khokhar at Fortis Hospital Mohali