Rotator cuff repair surgery for a tear from a sudden injury works best if it is done within a few weeks of the injury. But repairs of very large tears aren't always successful.
Rotator cuff surgery to repair frayed or thinned tendon tissue is less likely to work than surgery to repair an injury to a healthy tendon.
Surgery can be stressful. This information will help you understand what you can expect. And it will help you safely prepare for surgery.
Along with the risks of surgery in general, such as blood loss or problems related to anesthesia, complications of rotator cuff surgery may include:
Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for any changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
You may reduce discomfort after surgery if you take pain medicines prescribed by your doctor.
Your arm will be protected in a sling for a time.
Physical therapy after surgery is crucial to a successful recovery. A rehabilitation program may include the following:
Surgery to repair a rotator cuff may be done when:
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