Risk Factors for Shoulder Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Repair: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on February 24, 2026
Abstract
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Background:Shoulder stiffness after rotator cuff repair (RCR) represents a primary determinant of patient-reported quality of life. The implementation of predictive strategies for the early identification of risk factors is critical for mitigating this ...
Background:Shoulder stiffness after rotator cuff repair (RCR) represents a primary determinant of patient-reported quality of life. The implementation of predictive strategies for the early identification of risk factors is critical for mitigating this ...