2024 AANA/ISAKOS Specialty Day All-Access Pass-Debate Speaker #3:Lower Trap Transfer is the Way, Let Me Show You

Debate Speaker #3:Lower Trap Transfer is the Way, Let Me Show You

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Video Summary

In the video transcript, the speaker emphasized the importance of reconstructing the mechanics of the shoulder, particularly focusing on the rotator cuff and scapula. They discussed the benefits of using the lower trapezius muscle for tendon transfer to reconstruct the posterior superior rotator cuff. The procedure was shown to have successful outcomes in cases of massive rotator cuff tears. They highlighted the effectiveness of the lower trapezius transfer in restoring shoulder function without the need for extra tissue coverage. Overall, the speaker advocated for the lower trapezius transfer as a preferred method for rotator cuff reconstruction.

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Bassem T. Elhassan, M.D.

Keywords

shoulder mechanics

rotator cuff

scapula

lower trapezius muscle

tendon transfer