Rotator Cuff Tears Surgical Treatments

What are the surgical options for a rotator cuff tear?

If non-surgical treatment options are ineffective or the extent of the injury warrants immediate repair, an arthroscopic shoulder surgery may be recommended as the next treatment step.

During this surgery, the rotator cuff tear is repaired using a minimally invasive procedure and non-metal anchors. A camera is inserted through a series of small incisions of the shoulder, allowing Dr. Chahla to view the damaged tissue, place non-metal anchors into the bone, and reattach the torn rotator cuff tendon back down to the anatomical rotator cuff tendon footprint. During the procedure, Dr. Chahla can also address any additional pathologies, including performing a subacromial decompression, biceps tenodesis, and/or distal biceps pathology.

Arthroscopic surgery is advantageous due to reduced pain and quicker return to sports and activity following the rotator cuff repair. Stem cells can also be administered to the shoulder joint at the time of surgery to enhance the overall success of the rotator cuff repair and promote healing.