New material prevents retear of rotator cuff injuries - The Science Board
8/15/2022 12:00:00 AM2 years 8 months ago
by The Science Advisory Board staff writers
by The Science Advisory Board staff writers
A University of Connecticut team has created a graphene/polymer matrix that can be embedded into the shoulder muscle and prevent retear injuries of the rotator cuff.
Most rotator cuff repairs focus on the tendon and how to reattach it to the bone most effectively. However, the muscle degenerates and accumulates fat. With a tear, the muscle shrinks and the body gr… [+783 chars]
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