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Los Angeles Rotator Cuff Surgery

Located in the heart of Los Angeles, Dr. Thomas Vangsness is a leading orthopaedic surgeon for Los Angeles rotator cuff surgery. With the stress and strain of everyday life, physical injury is becoming more common among adults. Rotator cuff tears are a very common cause of shoulder pain, usually occurring in patients over 50. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles, originating from the shoulder blade and inserting with a common tendon on the upper arm. This combination of muscles is responsible for movements such as rotation and lifting of the shoulder as well as providing stability of the shoulder joint. Tears in the rotator cuff may be due to a sudden trauma, repetitive overhead work or athletes who do overhead activities (pitchers and tennis players).

Los Angeles Rotator Cuff Surgery Explained

With Los Angeles rotator cuff surgery, Dr. Vangsness has helped thousands of men and women in Los Angeles regain shoulder strength and alleviate pain. Los Angeles arthroscopic surgery is Dr. Vangsness’ most common type of surgery for rotator cuff tears and repair. During your surgery in Los Angeles, Dr. Vangsness will make very small incisions and insert a fiber optic camera and very small tools to sew and perform the cuff repair. The camera transmits images to Dr. Vangsness via a video screen, allowing him to see inside the joint.

Contact Our Office Today

Dr. Vangsness is dedicated to helping you restore strength and stability and uses state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to ensure your comfort and safety. Contact our office today to make your appointment for Los Angeles rotator cuff surgery and get the physical relief you’ve been searching for.



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