AJSM Webinar Series - December 2021: The Treatment of Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: Is Superior Capsule Reconstruction the Answer?-Webinar Recording 12/8/2021 - AJSM Webinar Series - December 2021: The Treatment of Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: Is Superior Capsule Reconstruction the Answer?

Webinar Recording 12/8/2021 - AJSM Webinar Series - December 2021: The Treatment of Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: Is Superior Capsule Reconstruction the Answer?

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Summary:<br />This video is a webinar that focuses on the topic of addressing massive irreparable cuff tears. The webinar is moderated by Dr. Thomas Tad Crimin and features four speakers who provide insights on different aspects of the topic. Alexandra Campbell serves as the operator for the webinar. The speakers discuss various techniques and approaches to address irreparable cuff tears, including partial repair, grafts in bridging techniques, and superior capsule reconstruction (SCR). They emphasize the importance of restoring force couples and minimizing tension for optimal outcomes. The use of autografts, specifically fascia lata autografts, in SCR surgeries is highlighted due to lower graft tear rates. The speakers also discuss the surgical technique and rehabilitation protocol for SCR surgeries. Additionally, they mention the potential benefits of using a polypropylene mesh and balloons as adjuncts to surgery. Overall, the webinar provides valuable information on different treatment options for massive irreparable cuff tears to improve patient outcomes.

Keywords

webinar

massive irreparable cuff tears

Dr. Thomas Tad Crimin

techniques

partial repair

grafts

superior capsule reconstruction

autografts

surgical technique

patient outcomes