AOHC Encore 2024-203 Clinical Aspects of Knee Procedures Among Injured Workers

203 Clinical Aspects of Knee Procedures Among Injured Workers

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In the discussion, it was highlighted that rotator cuff tears often lead to a surgical intervention, with a high likelihood for an arthroscopic repair. The trend has been increasing surgical frequency, especially total shoulder arthroplasty. Age was identified as a significant factor, with older individuals at a higher risk for total shoulder arthroplasty. Physical therapy was also discussed, indicating that it may not necessarily prevent surgery but could be beneficial for strength and mobility post-surgery. Impingement syndrome was mentioned as another common diagnosis that may require surgical intervention, such as a subacromial decompression. Bicep tenodesis was also noted as a common procedure that is often combined with rotator cuff repairs. Lastly, the timing for considering joint replacements was emphasized to be based on the patient's inability to control pain and the impact on quality of life.

Keywords

rotator cuff tears

surgical intervention

arthroscopic repair

total shoulder arthroplasty

age factor

physical therapy

impingement syndrome

subacromial decompression

bicep tenodesis

joint replacements