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Partial thickness intrasubstance tear 3 x 5 involving anterodistal suptaspinatus tendon. three months of pt and one cortisone injection. surgery time?
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Not necessarily: All depends on your age, level of function, and how much it is disrupting your life and daily activities. Discuss all of these things with your primary Dr and/or orthopedic surgeon to determine the best next step for you.
Answered 8/28/2015
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