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The rotator cuff is responsible for preserving the position of the humeral head in the shoulder joint. The rotator cuff consists of the supraspinatus, the infraspinatus, the teres minor, and the subscapularis muscles. A tendon attaches each muscle to the humerus. An injury to one of these tendons can be surgically repaired using a procedure known as a rotator cuff repair or keyhole shoulder surgery.
Rotator cuff tears affect people of all ages. Some patients are suitable surgical candidates, while others will seek alternative methods of care. Distinct types of rotator cuff tears exist. Overuse can cause inflammation in tendons or even complete tears. Bursitis can also cause shoulder pain.
Shoulder weakness
Soreness in the shoulders that is exacerbated by activities such as lifting, pulling, and reaching behind or overhead
Not wanting to move your shoulder
Limitation of motion in the shoulder joint
Rotator cuff tears affect people of all ages. Some patients are suitable surgical candidates, while others will seek alternative methods of care. Distinct types of rotator cuff tears exist. Overuse can cause inflammation in tendons or even complete tears. Bursitis can also cause shoulder pain.
Shoulder weakness
Not wanting to move your shoulder
Soreness in the shoulders that is exacerbated by activities such as lifting, pulling, and reaching behind or overhead
Limitation of motion in the shoulder joint
Unfortunately, shoulder injuries are all too common. Rotator cuff tears are common in people who do manual labour or sports because their shoulders are used repeatedly and often. A fall or other shoulder injury can cause damage to the rotator cuff. Slow, gradual damage is also possible. Possible causes of the injury include:
The most frequent signs are recurring pain, restricted arm movement, and muscle weakening. Surgery for rotator cuff repair is an option if noninvasive methods of treatment have failed.
Unfortunately, shoulder injuries are all too common. Rotator cuff tears are common in people who do manual labour or sports because their shoulders are used repeatedly and often. Possible causes of the injury include:
If the tear is extensive or difficult to repair, the rotator cuff surgeon may need to make a long (centimetres) open incision in the skin. An incision is made over the top of the shoulder, and a portion of the shoulder muscles (the deltoid) is detached or divided so the surgeon can view and access the ruptured tendon.
Bone spurs on the underside of the acromion are often removed during an open repair (this procedure is called an acromioplasty). If any of these apply, an open repair might be the way to go:
The rip is sizable or complex. The first reconstruction has failed; a tendon transfer or other procedure is required. Historically, rotator cuff tears have been treated with open rotator cuff treatment.
The arthroscope, a little camera, is inserted by your surgeon into your shoulder joint during the arthroscopic procedure. Your surgeon will utilize the live visual feed from the camera to guide the tiny surgical instruments they are using.
The arthroscope and surgical equipment are thin and compact, so your surgeon can access the affected area through much smaller cuts (ports) than would be necessary for open surgery.
The least invasive way to fix a torn rotator cuff is through an all-arthroscopic repair outpatient operation.
If the tear is large or difficult to mend, the rotator cuff surgeon may need to make a long (cm) open incision. The surgeon makes an incision across the shoulder and divides the deltoid to access the damaged tendon.
Historically, rotator cuff tears have been treated with open rotator cuff treatment.
During arthroscopy, your surgeon inserts a camera into your shoulder joint. Your surgeon will use a camera feed to guide tiny surgical instruments. Your surgeon can access the damaged area through significantly smaller cuts (ports) than during open surgery. The least invasive way to fix a torn rotator cuff is through an all-arthroscopic repair outpatient operation.
I suffered a major injury on my right shoulder, and I was in severe pain. I consulted Sri Ramakrishna Hospital as my relative referred. I underwent a few tests recommended by the specialist, and they showed a major injury. My doctor suggested rotator cuff surgery, and I was quite worried, but thankfully my doctor supported me throughout, and I was able to recover quite soon.
My visit to Sri Ramakrishna Hospital was due to my shoulder injury. My doctor was completely supportive of my condition and guided me throughout my treatment and stay. My procedure was also smoothly done; it has been three months after the surgery without any issues. This is possible only because of Sri Ramakrishna Hospital.
Our Department of Orthopedics has treated over 20,000+ patients with rotator cuff injury treatment over the last 48 years. Our highly experienced rotator cuff surgeons will ensure you receive rotator cuff surgery in Coimbatore.
Our highly experienced rotator cuff surgeons have immense experience in providing the best rotator cuff surgery in Coimbatore.