Healing Rotator Cuff Injuries with Advanced Surgical and Non-Surgical Methods

Surgical treatment:

For complete tears, or if non-surgical treatment has failed to restore function and eliminate pain, Dr. McCormick may suggest surgical treatment. Severe or complete rotator cuff tears will need a rotator cuff repair to reattach the tendon to the bone. This is often done arthroscopically, using a small camera (arthroscope) which is inserted through a small incision in the shoulder and allows Dr. McCormick to visualize the shoulder structures on a screen. Small surgical instruments are then used to make the repairs within the shoulder with sutures and/or specialized anchors or screws. Arthroscopic shoulder surgery allows a quicker healing time, less chance for infection and less post-operative pain.

For more information on rotator cuff injuries, or the treatment options available for your shoulder pain, please contact the office of Frank McCormick, MD, orthopedic shoulder specialist serving Orlando, Kissimmee, West Palm Beach County, Florida and the surrounding areas.