In today's episode we go over "Do I Need Surgery for My Torn Rotator Cuff"? with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Sean Rockett.
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Show Notes: - Relevant Articles and References - https://fitnesspainfree.com/2022/01/do-i-need-surgery-for-my-torn-rotator-cuff-fpf-show-episode-17/
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- 0:00 IntroÂ
- 4:08 Does everyone REALLY have a rotator cuff tear?Â
- 5:09 Is physical therapy effective for rotator cuff tears?Â
- 5:46 What is the difference between a partial thickness rotator cuff tear and a full thickness rotator cuff tear?Â
- 9:35 When should you do physical therapy and when should you do surgery?Â
- 11:08 Do rotator cuff tears worsen over time?Â
- 11:55 How often should you check in with a doctor to make sure the tear isn't growing?Â
- 13:30 Is there a point where the rotator cuff can't be repaired?Â
- 14:40 If you can't repair the rotator cuff anymore, what surgeries can be performed?Â
- 18:00 What effect does age have on rotator cuff repairs?Â
- 19:22 Acute on chronic tears
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