Rotator Cuff Repair in san antonio
What Is The Anatomy of The Shoulder?
The shoulder is a complex joint that consists of three bones - the humerus, scapula, and clavicle. The joint is further stabilized by the acromioclavicular ligament, biceps tendon, coracohumeral ligament, labrum, and rotator cuff muscles. The rotator cuff is composed of four muscles - supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis. These components connect the upper arm to the shoulder blade and helps provide stability for the shoulder when moving.
What is rotator cuff repair Surgery?
Rotator cuff repair is a surgical procedure used to treat rotator cuff tears. The tear occurs when one or more of the four muscles and tendons that make up the rotator cuff become damaged or weakened, resulting in pain and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. During the repair process, your surgeon will first identify and repair any damage to the rotator cuff muscles and tendons. Then, depending on the severity of the tear, they may use sutures or anchors to reattach the torn pieces. The goal of surgery is to restore full function and strengthen the shoulder joint.
What is the cause of a rotator cuff injury?
Rotator cuff injuries are common among athletes, the elderly, and manual laborers. This injury usually occurs due to repetitive motions or trauma. Overuse syndromes such as tendonitis and bursitis can contribute to damage or weaken the tendons. Poor posture and inadequate stretching before physical activities can also lead to injury. Heavy lifting, poor form when throwing or hitting an object, and muscle imbalances can cause direct trauma to the rotator cuff.
why come to The Hand and Upper Extremity Center of San Antonio for your rotator cuff repair?
When you visit us at The Hand and Upper Extremity Center of San Antonio, you will find a fine-tuned team ready to take care of you. Your physicians have over 100 years of collective experience and represent multiple generations and training backgrounds. In addition to your surgeons, you may meet one of our hand surgery fellows. Each fellow is a fully trained orthopaedic or plastic surgeon who has completed 5 to 7 years of surgical training after graduation from medical school and has chosen to spend an additional year in training to study hand surgery. In addition to the physicians, you will meet various staff members. From the front desk staff and Medical Assistants (MA’s) to the x-ray and cast technicians, each is committed to taking care of you.
Did you know we offer in-house therapy?
Hand therapy is a merging of occupational and physical therapy theory and practice that combines comprehensive knowledge of the structure of the upper limb with function and activity. Using specialized skills in assessment, planning and treatment, hand therapists provide therapeutic interventions to prevent dysfunction, restore function and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb in order to enhance an individual’s ability to execute tasks and to participate fully in life situations.
DO ANY OF THESE DESCRIBE YOU?
• Joint Stiffness
• Joint Pain (intermittent or chronic)
• Pain When Reaching For Something
• Limited Range of Motion
• Neck Pain
• Frozen Shoulder
• Loss of Flexibility
• Loss of Sleep Due to Pain
Dr. Srinivasan
Fellowship-Trained, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Meet our Rotator Cuff Specialist
Dr. Srinivasan is a specialist in treating shoulder, elbow, and hand injuries. He has a vast knowledge of both arthroscopic and open techniques for ligament, meniscus, cartilage, rotator cuff, and labrum injuries as well as shoulder replacement surgery. He loves treating patients of all ages and abilities, helping them to get back to their favorite activities. He is dedicated to providing the best possible care and getting them back on the path to living their best life.
Dr. Srinivasan was named a Texas Monthly Super Doctor rising star in 2015, 2016, and 2017 and a Super Doctor in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
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