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During open
acromioplasty, impingement of the acromion of the shoulder is relieved and
tears in the rotator cuff are repaired.
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Conditions Treated with Open Acromioplasty:
Open acromioplasty may be performed in cases of impingement that has failed to heal with non-surgical methods.
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Non-surgical alternatives
to open acromioplasty include physical therapy, rest, nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory medication and hydrocortisone injections. Surgical alternatives to the procedure
include arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and arthroscopic subacromial decompression.
Anesthesia with Open Acromioplasty:
Open acromioplasty is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Open Acromioplasty:
Possible risks following open acromioplasty include infection, nerve injuries, spontaneous pneumothorax, brachial plexopathy, vascular injury, tendon damage, joint damage and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis after Open Acromioplasty:
The prognosis for a positive end result following open acromioplasty is good.
Recovery from Open Acromioplasty:
Total recovery from open acromioplasty takes about six weeks.
