Dr. Brungi Mahesh
Orthopedician and Traumatology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
My hardworking mother, aged 62 years has a history of diabetes for the past 10 years and occasional shoulder pain for the past eight years. A month ago she lifted my son's heavy school bag and got severe shoulder pain, restricting it's movements. We got the MRI done last week. I have attached the reports. Can this problem be solved by giving adequate rest to the hand and physiotherapy or surgery is a must? If yes, what is the success rate of surgery in this case?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Based on the MRI report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is a full thickness tear of supraspinatus with retraction. The ideal treatment is arthroscopic repair for this age group of patients followed by strict physiotherapy. It is a keyhole surgery. Most of these surgeries will have good success rates. Even though she has diabetes, there is no issue with the surgery.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
If my mother does not undergo arthroscopic repair rather only physiotherapy and if enough time is given can the condition be completely cured?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
She has to go through the physiotherapy protocol also. Her condition cannot be cured completely only with physiotherapy.
Thank you.
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