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Why Your Rotator Cuff Tear on MRI Might Not Always Mean Surgery: What a Groundbreaking Finnish Study Means for Your Shoulder Health

As a leading shoulder surgeon in the northwest Chicago suburbs, Thomas Obermeyer MD often encounters patients worried about rotator cuff tears diagnosed via MRI. Shoulder pain is a common issue, affecting millions annually, and terms like “rotator cuff tear,”...read more


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Long Term Benefits to Rotator Cuff Surgery

Are There Long-Term Benefits to Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery? Insights from a Norwegian Study with 15 Year Follow-Up Rotator cuff tears are a common source of shoulder pain and disability. If you have been diagnosed with a painful rotator...read more


Shoulder Surgery

How to find the best shoulder surgeon.

How do I find the best shoulder surgeon for my orthopedic problem? Selecting the best orthopedic surgeon for your shoulder condition is a critical decision which can have a substantial impact on your comfort, activities, return to sport, and...read more


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