IC 301-2023: “Get Me Back in The Game”: A Case-Based Roundtable Discussion on Athletic Shoulder Injuries-IC 301 - “Get Me Back in The Game”: A Case-Based Roundtable Discussion on Athletic Shoulder Injuries (1/9)

IC 301 - “Get Me Back in The Game”: A Case-Based Roundtable Discussion on Athletic Shoulder Injuries (1/9)

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In this video, the presenter discusses a case of a 47-year-old male who had a failed rotator cuff repair. The patient had chronic shoulder pain and a full thickness tear of the rotator cuff leading to functional loss and decreased range of motion. The presenter explains the challenges in managing complex rotator cuff problems and the importance of assessing primary symptoms and the progression of the injury. They also discuss the various pathologies that may cause pain in the shoulder and the need to address them during surgery. The presenter explains different treatment options, including primary repair, tendon transfers, reverse shoulder arthroplasty, and superior capsular reconstruction. They also mention the use of biologics and the balloon procedure for older patients. The presenter emphasizes the importance of individualizing treatment based on the patient's goals and discusses the outcomes and complications associated with different procedures. They conclude by discussing a specific case and the surgical technique used to repair the failed rotator cuff.

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Nikhil Verma, MD

Keywords

rotator cuff repair

shoulder pain

full thickness tear

range of motion

complex rotator cuff problems