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Biomechanics of Rotator Cuff Repair

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Arthroscopic and open repair of the rotator cuff leads to good clinical and functional results. In order to achieve a successful repair, detailed knowledge of the biomechanics of the intact as well as ruptured rotator cuff and the superior capsule is essential.

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Lorbach, O. (2020). Biomechanics of Rotator Cuff Repair. In: Sampaio Gomes, N., Kovačič, L., Martetschläger, F., Milano, G. (eds) Massive and Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-61162-3_3

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