A small size rotator cuff tear is defined as a tear <1cm, medium 1-3cm. Rotator cuff repair is performed, either arthroscopically or via mini-open procedure, by suturing the torn tendon to the humerus. NOTE: Progression is time and criterion-based, dependent on soft tissue healing, patient demographics, and clinician evaluation.

Mar 11, 2019 · This protocol is intended to guide clinicians through the post-operative course for rotator cuff repair-small to medium tears. This protocol is time based (dependent on tissue healing) as well as criterion based.

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This evidence-based small to medium rotator cuff repair physical therapy guideline is criterion-based; time frames and visits in each phase will vary depending on many factors, including patient demographics, goals, and individual progress.

Use a combination of wand, pulleys, wall walks or table slides to ensure compliance. *Please feel free to contact Dr. Brian Bjerke’s office with any questions or concerns. Dr. Bjerke’s care coordinator Andria Larson is available by phone at 952-456-7095.

Rotator Cuff Repair - Small to Medium Tears Kevin E. Wilk, PT, DPT Michael M. Reinold, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS James R. Andrews, MD I. Phase I - Immediate Post-Surgical Phase (Days 1-10) Goals: Maintain Integrity of the Repair Gradually Increase Passive Range of Motion Diminish Pain and Inflammation Prevent Muscular Inhibition Days One to Six:

The intent of this protocol is to provide the clinician with a guideline of the post-operative rehabilitation course of a patient that has undergone an arthroscopic assisted/mini-open rotator cuff repair.

Repair Small to Medium Tears (1 cm or less). Winchester MA: Advanced Continuing Education Institute, 2004.

Initiating rotator cuff and scapula stabilization strengthening exercises should be approached with caution to prevent stress applied to the healing tissues. Stress applied too early or too …

xercises are delayed for 6 weeks following surgery. In the case of smaller tendon tears with good quality tissue there is likely to be little tension on the repair and so passive range of motion exercises and pendulum exercis.