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Hi My name is Noel, I had surgery on my right side rotator cuff in 2012 . It healed O.K. and my shoulder got back to normal. In April of 2013 I feel down my stair case and crushed the same rotator cuff and the Dr. had use anchors, screws and skin on the tear. I just found out last week that I have torn it again but the screws were still in place. Will the DR. have to make a large incision again, or might he be able to do the small ones. I was also told that I would need a nerve block prior to surgery. May I ask what that is. I have M.S. and my right side is affected the most with it and Im right handed
as you had a history of survey in the past for RCI , meeting the same person for the same reason will be advisible. Taking a scan to check which muscles need attention will be easy to plan further.
also certain times there are chances to regain the strength and mobility back without surgery too.I had a patient with RCT with two muscles. She was advised surgery at 67. but we worked out well and she don't need surgery. she can life 20-30 KGS of weight. no pain and full mobility.
you should try a physical therapist who can help you with your complains. You can discuss the same with the surgeon.
with the grace of God I wish you a speedy recovery
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Is It To Be Concerned About Torn Rotatory Cuff?
hi, as you had a history of survey in the past for RCI , meeting the same person for the same reason will be advisible. Taking a scan to check which muscles need attention will be easy to plan further. also certain times there are chances to regain the strength and mobility back without surgery too.I had a patient with RCT with two muscles. She was advised surgery at 67. but we worked out well and she don t need surgery. she can life 20-30 KGS of weight. no pain and full mobility. you should try a physical therapist who can help you with your complains. You can discuss the same with the surgeon. with the grace of God I wish you a speedy recovery