Shoulder Review 6/6

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What is a Partial Articular Sided Tear?

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A type of rotator cuff tear that occurs on the articular side of the tendon, often leading to stiffness post-operatively.

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What is a Massive Retracted Tear?

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A severe rotator cuff tear where the tendon is significantly retracted and cannot be easily repaired.

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What is a Full Thickness Tear?

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A complete tear of the rotator cuff tendon that extends through its entire thickness.

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What is a Partial Bursal Sided Tear?

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A rotator cuff tear that occurs on the bursal side of the tendon, typically less severe than a full thickness tear.

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Who is Dr. Mannava?

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A physician known for specific surgical techniques in shoulder repair, particularly in relation to suture removal.

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What is Subcoracoid Impingement?

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A condition where the subscapularis tendon is compressed under the coracoid process, often causing pain and limited motion.

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Which tendon is most commonly compressed with Subcoracoid Impingement?

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The Subscapularis tendon.

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What is the role of UHC in physical therapy documentation?

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United Healthcare (UHC) requires documentation of failed physical therapy to justify further treatment or surgery.

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What position causes pain with Internal Impingement?

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The position of 90 degrees of abduction with maximum external rotation.

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What is the significance of documenting failed PT?

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It is crucial for insurance approval and to demonstrate the necessity for further interventions.