Abstract:Background: Rotator cuff tears are common in the elderly population and are associated with increased pain, decreased function, and decreased enjoyment of recreational activities. Purpose: To evaluate clinical outcomes at a minimum of 5 years after arthroscopic repair of full-thickness rotator cuff tears in recreational athletes aged ≥70 years at the time of surgery. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: Included were recreational athletes aged ≥70 years who underwent arthroscopic rotator c… Show more
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