ArticleOrthopaedic journal of sports medicine2017
Postoperative Rehabilitation After Rotator Cuff Repair: A Web-Based Survey of AANA and AOSSM Members.
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- Conservative versus accelerated rehabilitation after rotator cuff repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2021Pooled it
- Changes in shoulder function and muscle strength following rehabilitation exercise program in male patients with forward shoulder posture undergoing rotator cuff repair.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Trial
- Postoperative rehabilitation and pain control after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair in South Korea: A web-based survey.Asia-Pacific journal of sports medicine, arthroscopy, rehabilitation and technology · 2026Article
- Preoperative handgrip strength can predict early postoperative shoulder function in patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2024Article
- An online survey of clinical practice of Brazilian physical therapists on rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair.Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2021Article
- National disparities in access to physical therapy after rotator cuff repair between patients with Medicaid vs. private health insurance.JSES international · 2021Article
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- A Review of Online Rehabilitation Protocols Designated for Rotator Cuff Repairs.Arthroscopy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation · 2020Review
- Insurance status affects access to physical therapy following rotator cuff repair surgery: A comparison of privately insured and Medicaid patients.Orthopedic reviews · 2019Article
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Abstract
backgroundPostoperative rehabilitation after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (ARCR) remains controversial and suffers from limited high-quality evidence. Therefore, appropriate use criteria must partially depend on expert opinion. HYPOTHESIS/PURPOSE: The purpose of the study was to determine and report on the standard and modified rehabilitation protocols after ARCR used by member orthopaedic surgeons of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA). We hypothesized that there will exist a high degree of variability among rehabilitation protocols. We also predict that surgeons will be prescribing accelerated rehabilitation. STUDY
designCross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 4.
methodsA 29-question survey in English language was sent to all 3106 associate and active members of the AOSSM and the AANA. The questionnaire consisted of 4 categories: standard postoperative protocol, modification to postoperative rehabilitation, operative technique, and surgeon demographic data. Via email, the survey was sent on September 4, 2013.
resultsThe average response rate per question was 22.7%, representing an average of 704 total responses per question. The most common immobilization device was an abduction pillow sling with the arm in neutral or slight internal rotation (70%). Surgeons tended toward later unrestricted passive shoulder range of motion at 6 to 7 weeks (35%). Strengthening exercises were most commonly prescribed between 6 weeks and 3 months (56%). Unrestricted return to activities was most commonly allowed at 5 to 6 months. The majority of the respondents agreed that they would change their protocol based on differences expressed in this survey.
conclusionThere is tremendous variability in postoperative rehabilitation protocols after ARCR. Five of 10 questions regarding standard rehabilitation reached a consensus statement. Contrary to our hypothesis, there was a trend toward later mobilization.
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