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What methods are used for repairing a torn rotator cuff in the shoulder?

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What methods are used for repairing a torn rotator cuff in the shoulder?

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A rotator cuff tear in the shoulder can be repaired arthroscopically or by open methods. If done with precision, the results after 6 months are the same. It all depends on the surgeon’s experience with each method. A well-done open repair is preferable to a poorly done arthroscopic repair.