Research Article: Development and Validation of a Predictive Model for Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Prospective Cohort Study
Introduction:
The shoulder has become the third most common pain site in the motor system after the back and knee, which is the leading cause of musculoskeletal disabilities. Approximately . million patients visit healthcare facilities in the United States annually due to shoulder pain. For most patients, a damaged rotator cuff is the primary cause of their shoulder pain. Studies have shown that rotator cuff injuries occur in % to % of the general population, and their prevalence increases with age. , Rotator cuff injuries can…
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