Shoulder repair surgery (rotator cuff repair)

The rotator cuff is an important area of muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder in place and allow you to raise your arm and reach up. Injuries or damage in the rotator cuff can occur as a result of sudden movements, repetitive activities over time or as a result of aging-induced tears.Surgical procedures that can be used to repair a rotator cuff tear can be listed as arthroscopy, open surgery, or a combination of both. While this procedure aims to repair the rotator cuff tear, it also provides restoring the function and flexibility of the shoulder and thus relieving the pain.

One night hospitalisation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to recover from rotator cuff surgery?

Often, your arm will need to be immobilized in the sling for three to six weeks, although you will be able to return to most of your normal activities within a few days of surgery. It takes about four to six months for full recovery to occur.

Is rotator cuff repair considered major surgery?

Rotator cuff repair surgery, which eliminates the shoulder injury by suturing the rotator cuff tendons to the upper arm bone (humerus), is considered a major surgery.

What is the success rate for rotator cuff repair surgery?

The success of repair of tears in this region is directly related to the size of the tear. Since untreated tears tend to grow, it is recommended that the operation be performed while the tear is small. Rotator cuff surgery has a success rate of over 95% for small tears, while the success rate for two tendon tears is over 70%.

What happens if rotator cuff is not repaired?

If rotator cuff disorders are not treated, it is possible to observe problems such as loss of shoulder range of motion and strength over time, and increase in pain, which will make even daily activities difficult. If first-stage measures such as rest and rehabilitation do not work, the patient has to resort to a surgical procedure.

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One night hospitalisation is needed. Airplane travel should be avoided for 2-3 days following the surgery.

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