02/16/2026
To Fix or Not to Fix? 🤔 Shoulder Pain Edition
Partial-thickness rotator cuff tears can be tricky. While physical therapy and injections are often the first step, some tears — especially those involving more than 50% of the tendon or bursal-sided tears — may benefit from surgical repair.
Why consider repair?
✔️ Helps prevent progression to a full-thickness tear
✔️ Provides meaningful pain relief after failed conservative care
✔️ Restores proper shoulder biomechanics
✔️ Often allows for a faster recovery compared to full-thickness repairs
If pain persists after 3–6 months of treatment and imaging shows a high-grade tear, repair may not just relieve pain — it may protect the long-term integrity of your shoulder.
At Restoration Orthopedics, we focus on individualized treatment plans — whether that means conservative care or surgical repair — always prioritizing what’s best for your long-term function and recovery.
If you’re experiencing persistent shoulder pain or believe you may have a rotator cuff tear, our team is here to help guide you toward the right treatment option.
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