b Institute of Bioengineering, Biomechanics Lab. , Aachen University of Applied Sciences , Jülich , Germany.

A musculoskeletal shoulder simulation of moment arms and joint reaction forces after medialization of the supraspinatus ...

Published in Computer Methods in Biomechanics & Biomedical Engineering

A non-anatomical reinsertion of the supraspinatus medially to the original footprint to avoid over-tensioning of the tendon in large and retracted tears is one surgical option in rotator cuff (RC) repair. The purpose of the study was to determine the biomechanical effects on the glenohumeral joint with regard to this surgical technique. A modified ...