Traumatic Vs Non-Traumatic
Surgical Vs Non-Surgical Management
The Role of the Physiotherapist
My Rotator Cuff is Torn, Do I Need Surgery?
Rotator cuff tears are common in shoulder imaging, leading some patients to believe surgery is their only option, often influenced by online advice or others. While some are determined to avoid surgery, older patients with low shoulder demands often manage without it, avoiding the lengthy rehabilitation process. So, who needs surgery? What are the pros and cons of non-surgical management?
Dr Angela Cadogan
PhD, NZRPS, M.Sports Physio, Dip.MT Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) Angela is a NZ registered Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) with a Ph.D in Musculoskeletal Diagnostics from AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand (2012) (shoulder sub-specialty). Based in Christchurch, she works as a clinical consultant in her own private practice specialising in the diagnosis and management of shoulder pain. Angela also works in an Orthopaedic Triage and Assessment role (Shoulder Service) with the Canterbury District Health Board. Angela has an ongoing research interest in shoulder conditions, has many publications on the topic, has been an invited keynote speaker at many national and international shoulder conferences and is Associate Editor at JOSPT (Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy). Angela has been teaching courses on the diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of shoulder conditions for over 10 years and is passionate about upskilling other physiotherapists and improving capability of the physiotherapy workforce to meet the needs of the changing healthcare system. Angela is the director of Physio Academy. Learn more: www.drangelacadogan.co.nz
My Rotator Cuff is Torn, Do I Need Surgery?
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