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Track 1: Optimizing Rotator Cuff
Track 1: Optimizing Rotator Cuff
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In this insightful course on rotator cuff tear repair, Alan Curtis emphasizes the importance of understanding anatomy for successful outcomes. He shares his experience dealing with over 6,000 rotator cuff tears, stressing the need to avoid tension during repairs. Key to success includes identifying tear size and patterns, appreciating anatomical details, minimizing tissue trauma, and focusing on effective rehabilitation. Curtis discusses his research on the footprints of various rotator cuff tendons and highlights techniques for repairing different tear patterns such as crescent, L-shaped, reverse L-shaped, and tongue tears. He also describes innovative methods like the in situ biceps tenodesis and using the biceps as a jump graft to balance repairs. By customizing techniques to the specific challenges posed by each tear, Curtis underscores the importance of adapting methods to facilitate effective, low-tension repairs.
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Faculty: Alan S. Curtis, M.D., FAANA
Keywords
rotator cuff repair
anatomy
tear patterns
rehabilitation
biceps tenodesis
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