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SUBMITTER: Hirahara AM
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4738239 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Dec
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Hirahara Alan M AM Adams Christopher R CR
Arthroscopy techniques 20151102 6
Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears have been troublesome entities to treat, especially in younger patients. Few good options exist, leaving most patients in recent years receiving a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. Reverse shoulder arthroplasty carries serious risks, a limited lifespan, and no other viable options should it fail. Recent biomechanical studies have shown that the superior capsule is critical to containing the glenohumeral joint reduced, allowing the larger muscles like the ...[more]