Shoulder arthritis and rotator cuff tears: The combination of arthritis and rotator cuff tears is called rotator cuff tear arthropathy. The management of this condition requires thought and experience.
Edited By: Frederick A. Matsen III, M.D., Winston J. Warme, MD
Last updated Wednesday, October 28, 2009
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ConclusionWhat are the five most important facts about rotator cuff tear arthropathy (shoulder arthritis with a massive rotator cuff tear)? The most important facts about cuff tear arthropathy (shoulder arthritis with a massive rotator cuff defect) are
(1) It is a chronic degenerative condition of the shoulder with loss
of the rotator cuff and loss of the cartilage and bone of the joint
surfaces .
(2) It is not preventable nor is it treatable with non-operative means.
(3) Simple range of motion and strengthening exercises may help lessen
the symptoms.
(4) Surgical smoothing or replacement of the joint using a CTA prosthesis
offers the best opportunity for functional improvement in individuals
with severe functional problems from rotator cuff tear arthropathy. (5)
If severe instability complicates cuff tear arthropathy , a reversed (reverse Delta) prosthesis
may be considered (6) Consultation by the Shoulder and Elbow Service at
the University of Washington regarding the diagnosis and treatment of
cuff tear arthropathy may be requested by using our online referrals website.
You can also call 206-598-0312 to make an appointment. Surgery for rotator cuff tear arthropathy (shoulder arthritis with a massive rotator cuff tear) at the University of Washington, Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Seattle, Washington If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure in Seattle, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-BONE (2663) to make an appointment. Our clinical center is located in Seattle Washington, USADisclaimer
This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
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