Advancements in modern medicine have bolstered the usage of home-based rehabilitation
services for patients, particularly those recovering from diseases or conditions that …

Abstract Purpose of Review Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears present a significant
challenge to the orthopedic surgeon. No single treatment, particularly among joint …

Background New surgical procedures can expose patients to harm and should be carefully
evaluated before widespread use. The InSpace balloon (Stryker, USA) is an innovative …

Abstract Purpose of the Review To discuss tear-and patient-related factors that influence the
healing potential of rotator cuff tears and to clarify the terminology surrounding this topic …

Background The definition of irreparable rotator cuff tear (IRCT) is controversial. This
sco** review provides definitions used to describe IRCT in the literature. This sco** …

Background Lower trapezius (LT) transfers were originally described to restore external
rotation (ER) in the management of brachial plexus palsy; however, there is recent interest in …

There are a large number of animal studies on rotator cuff injury and repair, but a lack of
detailed research and evaluation on the animal models. This systematic review aims to …

Background: Patient Acceptable Symptom State (PASS), minimal clinically important
difference (MCID), and substantial clinical benefit (SCB) have rarely been assessed after …

Purpose To compare various nonarthroplasty treatment options for massive, irreparable
rotator cuff tears, including allograft bridging/augmentation, debridement, partial repair …

Background: Biodegradable subacromial balloon spacers (SBSs) have become increasingly
used for the treatment of massive irreparable rotator cuff tears given their theorized clinical …