Medical articles of Rotator cuff surgery

06/06/2024
Mr Dave Cloke
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Rotator cuff injuries: Diagnosis and treatment
The rotator cuff plays a pivotal role in stabilising and facilitating the wide range of motion that the shoulder joint is capable of. When the function of the rotator cuff is disrupted, this can lead to pain, restricted movement, and a decrease in overall quality of life. Here, Mr Dave Cloke, renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon, offers his expert insight into rotator cuff injuries.
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04/04/2024
Mr Ankit Desai
Consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon in shoulder, elbow and upper limb
When is surgery required for a rotator cuff injury?
Rotator cuff injuries are common shoulder problems that can range from mild inflammation to severe tears requiring surgical intervention. Leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon specialising in shoulder, elbow, and upper limb conditions Mr Ankit Desai aims to provide insight into when surgery becomes necessary for a rotator cuff injury.
21/03/2023
Mr Daniel Neen
Orthopaedic Surgeon
What to expect with rotator cuff surgery
Rotator cuff tears are a common source of shoulder pain and discomfort among adults. In the UK alone, more than 10,000 rotator cuff surgeries are performed each year to treat these tears. Here to provide an expert insight into rotator cuff surgery, including its success, complications and recovery time, is Mr Daniel Neen, renowned consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon.
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25/11/2020
Mr Phil Wright
Orthopaedic Surgeon
How to treat a rotator cuff tear
Rotator cuff tears can cause worsening pain, usually felt on the deltoid. In this article, Mr Phil Wright, clarifies other warning signs of the condition and highlights what the average recovery time is from rotator cuff repair surgery. We also discuss non-surgical treatment options such as steroid injections and whether they are efffective.
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29/10/2019
Mr Dimitrios Karadaglis
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Repairing the rotator cuff
Rotator cuff tears can occur naturally with age, with a 40 per cent chance that a tear will occur when you’re 80 years of age or older (often asymptomatic). They also occur as a result of an injury. We asked shoulder and elbow surgeon Mr Dimitrios Karadaglis about rotator cuff tears and their recovery.
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29/01/2019
Mr Ioannis Polyzois
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Skiing injuries to the shoulder: snow laughing matter!
Shoulder injuries are a common occurrence among skiers and snowboarders. We asked experienced orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ioannis Polyzois how these injuries happen, how they can be treated, and what steps you can take to avoid skiing injuries.
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