Superior capsule reconstruction is a new treatment option for massive, irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears (Figure 1). The treatment goals for massive tears are to reduce pain, restore ...

Published results showed rotator cuff repair with superior capsular reconstruction reinforcement provided positive outcomes at short-term follow-up for patients with massive cuff tears, poor ...

Q. What is Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction and how is it used to help individuals with old rotator cuff tears? A. Left untreated, rotator cuff tears become degenerative – meaning they ...

Superior capsular reconstruction is a surgical procedure that treats irreparable rotator cuff tears. The procedure involves using tissue from the person’s body to reconnect the torn rotator cuff.

Arthroscopic superior capsule reconstruction (SCR), a surgical approach to treat irreparable rotator cuff tears, may eliminate pseudoparalysis and significantly improve shoulder function, new ...

Patients with irreparable rotator cuff tears may have surgical option Date: July 22, 2017 Source: American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Summary: The arthroscopic superior capsule ...

A small camera is inserted into the shoulder through a small incision or cut, and additional small cuts are used for instruments to complete the repair. Many times, rotator cuff repair is successful.

There’s a new procedure from Japan called superior capsule reconstruction showing promising results. Reginald or “Reggie” Lucas is a coach who loves playing golf.