Editorial Commentary: Rotator Cuff Surgery Planning: Yet Another Reason for Orthopedic Surgeons to Learn to Use Ultrasound….

Abstract

Several factors that affect the healing rate of shoulder rotator cuff tears have been elucidated, including tear size, degree of retraction, and degree of muscle atrophy. Identifying these factors preoperatively is critical for appropriate surgical planning and patient counseling. Ultrasound can be used to predict rotator cuff stiffness, which could result in a way to better plan for rotator cuff surgeries.