Outcomes of Open Versus Arthroscopic Treatment of HAGL Tears.

Simon LeeAaron John KrychAnnalise M PeeblesDanielle RiderTravis J DekkerJustin W ArnerJustin W Arner Ryan J WhalenMatthew T Provencher

Published in: The American journal of sports medicine (2023)

Symptomatic HAGL tears present primarily with pain as opposed to instability, necessitating a high index of suspicion for injury. The tears may be treated successfully with an arthroscopic or open technique with significant improvements in patient-reported outcomes and stability.

Keyphrases

rotator cuff
patient reported outcomes
minimally invasive
chronic pain
pain management
neuropathic pain
combination therapy
skeletal muscle
postoperative pain
glycemic control