The timing of passive range of motion (ROM) after surgical repair of the rotator cuff (RC) has been shown to affect healing. However, it is unknown if early or delayed active ROM affects healing.
To determine whether early versus delayed active ROM affects structural results of RC repair surgery.
Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.
Early active ROM was associated with increased risk of a structural defect for small and large RC tears, and thus might not be advisable after RC repair.
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The timing of passive range of motion (ROM) after surgical repair of the rotator cuff (RC) has been shown to affect healing. However, it is unknown if early or delayed active ROM affects healing.
To determine whether early versus delayed active ROM affects structural results of RC repair surgery.
Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.
Early active ROM was associated with increased risk of a structural defect for small and large RC tears, and thus might not be advisable after RC repair.
Copyright remains with the authors and publisher.