In this surgical procedure, the rotator cuff tear is repaired through open surgery. The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is exposed with the distal clavicle and excised. Acromioplasty is performed using a burr, and the rotator cuff tear is repaired using sutures.

This file is in PDF format & designed for creating the highest quality printouts at 30 x 40 inches. For printing and mounting, we recommend using a commercial printing service for best results. Requires Adobe Acrobat reader to view and print the image. Please call 1-888-999-0410 to purchase our projection quality option. Click here to purchase print.