Superior Capsular Reconstruction

St. Mary Orthopaedics offers superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) for patients with massive irreparable rotator cuff tears. In certain individuals with chronic tears, this procedure can be used to improve function and decrease pain in individuals that have failed non-operative management.

Historically patients that fall into this category underwent tendon transfers around the shoulder with higher complications, more morbidity, and somewhat less than desired results. This newer procedure offers an arthroscopic less invasive option. Rehabilitation for this procedure is slow and requires six weeks in a sling with a slow progression of strengthening until 12-16 weeks. The purpose of slow rehabilitation is to promote graft healing while minimizing the risk of graft failure.