This video captures a post-operative checkup with Dr. Don Buford and a 65-year-old patient who is seven months removed from a single-row surgical repair of a two-centimeter rotator cuff tear. The patient reports doing exceptionally well with no current concerns regarding his shoulder, noting that any minor lingering discomfort is strictly tied to weather changes.
During the assessment, the patient demonstrates an excellent recovery process with a full, unassisted range of motion while lifting his arm both forward and outward to the side. He also showcases strong resistance and muscle recovery during a physical strength test, confirming he has safely resumed heavy physical tasks like yard work, moving furniture, and general household activities.
