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ReviewClinics in orthopedic surgery2026

Surgical Options for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears with Preserved Full Range of Motion in Middle-Aged Patients.

Jae-Man Kwak, Joo Hyun Park, Taemin Hong, Sang-Uk Lee, Kyu-Hak Jung

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Jae-Man KwakDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University College of Medicine, Uijeongbu, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4395-8345
Joo Hyun ParkDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Dongguk University College of Medicine, Goyang, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9450-2807
Taemin HongDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Incheon, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5387-8306
Sang-Uk LeeDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Incheon, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7177-2516
Kyu-Hak JungDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Gachon University Gil Medical Center, Incheon, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0211-8005

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Abstract

Rotator cuff tears (RCTs) are a primary cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction. The progression of these tears, coupled with the intricate biomechanics of the shoulder joint, makes the repair and management of massive rotator cuff tears (MRCTs) particularly challenging for surgeons. For younger patients who are ineligible for arthroplasty, surgical approaches for MRCTs-such as biologic augmentation, interpositional grafts, and techniques like superior capsular reconstruction and biceps rerouting to counteract humeral upward migration-are gaining prominence. Additionally, tendon transfers, supraspinatus advancement, and subacromial balloon spacers are increasingly being utilized to manage MRCTs. This review aims to provide a concise overview and analysis of current research on the evaluation and arthroscopic management of MRCTs in middle-aged patients to aid in shaping and refining future treatment approaches.

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Rotator Cuff InjuriesArthroscopyHumansMiddle AgedRange of Motion, ArticularRotator CuffMiddle agedOperative surgical proceduresRotator cuff injuries

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PMCPMC13047395

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