When Do People Return to Work and Hobbies after a Traumatic Rotator Cuff Tear Repair

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Oliver Kooseenlin, a final year medical student from the University of Nottingham, presents his audit on the recovery timeline for patients after traumatic rotator cuff tear repairs, especially focusing on their return to work and hobbies. Drawing attention to the rising occurrence of rotator cuff injuries—often occurring from falls—he notes the lack of studies on psychosocial impacts despite their significant strain on life quality. With data gathered from the Derby Shoulder Unit, he outlines patient demographics, post-operative outcomes, and recovery times, emphasizing that the average return to work is about 12.8 weeks. His focus on assessing the psychological effects highlights an emerging area in orthopedic recovery, indicating an understanding of the comprehensive impacts of these injuries beyond mere physical recovery.

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