Touting a bevvy of orthopedic luminaries, rotation medical has begun a multicenter postmarket clinical study evaluating the use of its rotator cuff system in treating supraspinatus rotator cuff tendon tears. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that cover and support the movement of the shoulder joint. It is not a big operation to repair a torn rotator cuff, but the rehabilitation time can be long depending on the size of the tear and the quality of the tendonsmuscles. Drawing from the latest scientific research, the 7minute rotator cuff solution offers a new approach to prevention unlike any every published. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that stabilize the shoulder. Therefore, their role is about endurance and stabilisation, not strength.
These tendons are connected individually to short, but very important, muscles that originate from the scapula. New solution for massive, irreparable rotator cuff tears. How to prevent rotator cuff injuries through corrective. Records of rotator cuff problems extend to the third century bc, when hippocrates described the relationship of the tendons around the shoulder and noted the injuries associated with these tendons and the variability in. The 7 minute rotator cuff solution by jerry robinson. The book begins with a description of the parts of the shoulder the bones and muscles and the function of each muscle, then explains how the rotator cuff stabilizes the shoulder. Newtechniques and resultsvivek agrawal, mdthe shoulder centercarmel, in 2. Rotator cuff exercise program that is excellent for swimmers, baseball players, and weight lifters that was made by a physical therapist. Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 201k, or click on a page image below to browse page by page. I guess a lot of people could use this book if they blew out their rotator cuff, but the book seems to be mainly for. Records of rotator cuff problems extend to the third century bc, when hippocrates described the relationship of the tendons around the shoulder and noted the injuries associated with these tendons and the variability in their healing.
Today marks 5 weeks since rotator cuff repair surgery. The rotation medical scaffold is designed to be placed over partialthickness tears or over small to large fullthickness tears to allow for repair. The first part covers the anatomy and function of the rotator cuff and describes why it is at risk for certain types of injuries. It is an outpatient procedure and the least invasive of the three rotator cuff repair options.
The rotator cuff group of muscles are stabilising muscles. Both stretching and strengthening exercises are illustrated. According to the american academy of orthopaedic surgeons, approximately 2 million americans each year visit doctors because of problems with their rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that form a cuff over the shoulder joint.
But people with a rotator cuff tear in their shoulders cant make these normal movements without pain and weakness, sometimes extreme. Nov 26, 2019 rotator cuff problems are a common cause of shoulder pain and difficulty with activities that require normal strength and mobility of the shoulder joint. Allan hunt 4010 w 65th st edina, mn 55435 2855 campus drive suite 300 plymouth, mn 55441. The 7minute rotator cuff solution is a quick, simple program to help prevent or help you recover from rotator cuff injuries. Full text full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Information for this article was taken from the seven minute rotator cuff solution. Risk factors for retear of largemassive rotator cuff tears. The sevenminute rotator cuff solution by jerry robinson.
Jul 08, 2017 rotator cuff exercise program that is excellent for swimmers, baseball players, and weight lifters that was made by a physical therapist. It is not intended to be a substitute for clinical decision making regarding the progression of a patients postoperative course based. May 29, 2014 the rotation medical scaffold is designed to be placed over partialthickness tears or over small to large fullthickness tears to allow for repair. Rotator cuff problems are a common cause of shoulder pain and difficulty with activities that require normal strength and mobility of the shoulder joint. Full tears are completely through the tendons similar to a buttonhole on a shirt creating a gaphole in the cuff. Looking for rotator cuff strengthening exercises is the wrong solution to the wrong question, for two primary reasons. Rotator cuff repair preoperative packet table of contents need to know page contact information 2 all about the rotator cuff a. This is a place that i normally got the answer to most of my aches and pains. Rotation medical initiates rotator cuff study elizabeth hofheinz, m. Many people who find out they have a tear in the rotator cuff may presume that surgery is an.
Buy 7 minute rotator cuff solution by robinson, g isbn. The 7minute rotator cuff solution a complete program to. Progression of arom against gravity and duration of sling use is predicated both on the size of tear and quality of tissue and should be guided by referring physician. More active exercises include pendulum exercises in which you bend over and move your trunk to thus swing. Large rotator cuff repair protocol the intent of this protocol is to provide the clinician with instruction, direction, rehabilitative guidelines and functional goals for all rotator cuff repair procedures. Most rotator cuff tears can be repaired surgically by reattaching the torn tendons to the humerus.
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair arcr produces good clinical results, although retear is a significant concern after surgery. I began pt 1 week after arthroscopic surgery to repair a medium tear in my rotator cuff and i go for therapy twice a week. A complete program to prevent and rehabilitate rotator cuff injuries by joseph horrigan, d. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The rotator cuff comprises muscles and tendons that surround the top of the upper arm bone humerus and hold it in the shoulder joint. Rolf phase i immediate post surgical phase weeks 14. Many people who find out they have a tear in the rotator cuff may presume that surgery is an inevitable step in treatment. The tendons can be torn from overuse, injury, or wearing away over time.
Similar to the physical therapy you engaged in following your first rotator cuff repair, at six to 12 weeks post surgery, you will begin passive and assisted stretching exercises four to five times a day so that the muscles heal well. New rotator cuff repair technique uses dissolving scaffold. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. A tear may result suddenly from a single traumatic event or develop gradually because of repetitive overhead activities. The massive, irreparable rotator cuff tear is a challenging problem to manage. These muscles and tendons hold the arm in its joint and help the shoulder joint to move. Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair video shoulderdoc. I am collecting some literature and for quite some time ive been trying to get hold of 7 minute rotator cuff solution by g. Rotator cuff injuries, such as tendonitis, bursitis and tears, plague 2030% of people in our population. Tears of the rotator cuff that do not heal with these methods are. Tears in the rotator cuff can cause pain and disability, but can usually be treated with conservative or surgical methods. Im already into chapter 3 of the 7minute rotator cuff solution. The rotator cuff is a group of flat tendons that fuse together and surround the front, back, and top of the shoulder joint like a cuff on a shirt sleeve. This thing is long time ago out of print and quite difficult to aquire at least while seating on my backside in europe.
State of the art treatment options for rotator cuff tears. Newtechniques and results provide anoverview ofadvances in thetreatment of rotatorcuff tears. May 04, 2012 the massive, irreparable rotator cuff tear is a challenging problem to manage. Exercises can help strengthen the rotator cuff muscles and tendons to relieve your symptoms. Shoulder repair tricky second time around orthopedics. These injuries may be caused by natural degeneration, trauma or overuse. The rate limiting factor in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is the biologic healing of the cuff tendon to the humerus, which is thought to be a minimum of 812 weeks. One of the more common rotator cuff problems is a tear of the tendon of the rotator cuff. Independent with adls with modifications while maintaining the integrity of the repair. At 5 weeks post op i am just now beginning to do active assistance motion with my physical therapist and at home.
Nov 23, 20 the rotator cuff is made of 4 separate muscles. Non reparable rotator cuff tears shoulder pain chesterfield. A range of surgical options are available for this condition, including subacromial decompression or debridement, various techniques for partial tendon repair, tendon transfer, muscletendon slide procedures, the use of rotator cuff allograft and synthetic graft materials, arthrodesis, hemiarthroplasty, and reverse. I guess a lot of people could use this book if they blew out their rotator cuff, but the book seems to be mainly for weightlifters, not your average person with a tear. Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair protocol medium to large. Rotator cuff repair is tricky and the second time around it may not be as durable as the initial repair, according to a study conducted in australia. Compared with small and middlesized rotator cuff tears rcts, the retear rate is relatively high in large and massive tears, even if the tear is completely covered during surgery 1,2,3,4.
The 7 minute rotator cuff solution by jerry robinson, joseph. Aug 08, 2018 in the above context, we learned about all the four muscles that form the rotator cuff muscles and help the movement and stabilization of the shoulder joint. Trial begins for novel, balloon mis rotator cuff repair. I am getting decent rom, of course it could be better. It details how the shoulder works, what can go wrong and why, and describes exactly what to do and not do to insure against the risk of shoulder problems developing in the first place. He wanted something that would duplicate the sensations he felt when his physical therapists performed internal and external rotation stretches during his shoulder therapy sessions. I kept doing the 7 minute routine about 5 times a week, and after a few months. Jan 07, 2014 the specs of 7 minute rotator cuff solution are. The human fuel handbook, tnt total neck and traps, power forearms. Below it is an animated video of the procedure also.
In the above context, we learned about all the four muscles that form the rotator cuff muscles and help the movement and stabilization of the shoulder joint. It is important to understand general anatomy and how the rotator cuff functions. The 7 minute rotator cuff solution is a quick, simple program to help prevent or help you recover from rotator cuff injuries. The solution a rotator cuff rehab tool that puts you control later that day, in the shop behind his house, scott created his rotater prototype. This video shows a typical arthroscopic view of a rotator cuff repair.
The 7minute rotator cuff solution is a largeformat, 140 page book divided into two parts. As the prime movers move the shoulder, the rotator cuff stabilise the movement. The rotator cuff how to avoid shoulder pain ergonomics. Jun 09, 2016 7 minute rotator cuff solution dawn ryan. If you are experiencing shoulder pain that is interrupting sleep or work and leisure activity, it is important to seek medical consultation. Im already into chapter 3 of the 7 minute rotator cuff solution. The first three are classified as external rotators with elbow at side, moving your hand away from your body, and subscapularis is an internal rotator with elbow at side, moving your hand toward your stomach.
Sep 25, 2017 arthroscopic rotator cuff repair arcr produces good clinical results, although retear is a significant concern after surgery. Chronic overuse, acute injury or gradual aging can cause some serious damage to any one or all of the muscles as well as the ligaments that act as an attachment between the muscles and bone. When you injure these muscles, exercising it is the best way to recover. Shoulder repair tricky second time around orthopedics this week. Rotator cuff impingement southern california orthopedic. Arthroscopic repair is often used for patients with small to mediumsized tears about 3 cm or smaller. The rotator cuff is crucial to the function and stability of the glenohumeral joint.