Background Reestablishment of the native footprint during rotator cuff repair has been
suggested as an important criterion for optimizing healing potential and fixation strength …

Rotator cuff repair via transosseous tunnels can improve footprint contact area and pressure
when compared with suture anchor techniques. A double-row technique has been used …

We hypothesized that a transosseous-equivalent repair would demonstrate improved tensile
strength and gap formation between the tendon and tuberosity when compared with a …

For the past few decades, the repair of rotator cuff tears has evolved significantly with
advances in arthroscopy techniques, suture anchors and instrumentation. From the …

Background Double-row arthroscopic rotator cuff repair has become more popular, and
some studies have shown better footprint coverage and improved biomechanics of the …

Background Interface contact pressure between the tendon and bone has been shown to
influence healing. This study evaluates the interface pressure of the rotator cuff tendon to the …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare the initial mechanical strength of 3
rotator cuff repair techniques. Methods: A total of 30 fresh-frozen cadaveric shoulders were …

The development and successful clinical application of suture anchors and tacks have
revolutionized the surgeon's ability to secure soft tissues to bone via open or arthroscopic …

Background: The success rate of rotator cuff repairs is variable. This study was performed to
evaluate the ability of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-12 (rhBMP-12) …

Background: When using a method of suture bridge technique, there may be a possibility of
strangulation of the rotator cuff tendon at the medial row. The style of knots chosen to secure …