ROTATOR CUFF TEAR

This study tested a new, less expensive surgical technique called the 'Grand-Knot' for repairing full-thickness rotator cuff tears. 160 patients aged 45 to 75 were randomly assigned to get either the new technique or the standard anchor repair. Researchers measured shoulder funct…

This study tested whether a nerve block (interscalene brachial plexus block) given before open shoulder surgery could improve early recovery. 34 adults having rotator cuff repair were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block plus general anesthesia or general anesthesi…

This study looked at whether surgery or non-surgical treatments (like physical therapy) work better for people with rotator cuff tears that happened without a specific injury. 187 adults aged 40 to 84 with MRI-confirmed tears took part. The main goal was to see which approach imp…

This study tested two different approaches to help surgeons see better during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. One method added epinephrine to the irrigation fluid, while the other used intravenous tranexamic acid. The trial involved 80 adults aged 18-70 with full-thickness rota…

This study looked at whether using a cold compression device after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair can lower the need for strong painkillers (opioids). 50 adults who had shoulder surgery were randomly assigned to either standard care or standard care plus cold compression. Resea…

This study followed 201 people who had surgery for a torn rotator cuff. Researchers measured shoulder movement and strength before surgery and at several points up to a year after. The goal was to understand how shoulder function and quality of life change over time after the ope…