Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is a minimally invasive surgery that uses small incisions and a camera to fix torn shoulder tendons. It is typically an outpatient procedure and offers a quicker recovery than traditional open surgery.
This procedure is used for the following conditions. Each links to its own page with symptoms and other treatment options.
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is typically an outpatient procedure:
Anesthesia
You are made comfortable for the procedure.
Small incisions
Several small incisions are made around the shoulder joint.
Camera view
An arthroscope shows the inside of the joint on a monitor.
Reattaching the tendon
Small instruments and anchors reattach the torn tendon to the bone.
Home the same day
A sling protects the repair as it heals.
Recovery varies with the extent of the injury and your overall health.
Weeks 0 to 6
Protect the repair
A sling and gentle, guided motion.
Weeks 6 to 12
Restore motion
Physical therapy to regain range of motion.
Months 3 to 6
Build strength
Strengthening and a return to most activities.
Many patients resume light daily activities within a few weeks, but full healing takes several months.
It is a minimally invasive surgery that uses small incisions and a camera to reattach torn rotator cuff tendons to the upper arm bone.
It is typically recommended for a rotator cuff tear that causes pain and limits use of the shoulder, especially when conservative care has not helped or the tear is acute and full-thickness.
Yes. Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is typically performed on an outpatient basis, so you can go home the same day.
The surgeon makes several small incisions around the shoulder, inserts an arthroscope to view the joint, and uses small instruments and anchors to reattach the tendon to the bone.
Physical therapy is usually recommended. Many patients resume light daily activities within a few weeks, but it may take several months for the shoulder to fully heal and regain strength.
Most patients wear a sling for several weeks to protect the repair while the tendon heals to the bone.
Smaller incisions mean less scarring and typically a shorter recovery, and the camera gives the surgeon a better view of the joint for an accurate diagnosis and precise repair.
An examination and imaging such as MRI or ultrasound show the tear and help determine the best treatment. Call (321) 499-4646.
Compared with traditional open surgery, arthroscopic repair offers:
How arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery of the shoulder compares with traditional open surgery.
Because the incisions are smaller, there is less scarring and recovery is typically shorter.
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