Have you been told your rotator cuff tear can't be repaired? Or that your rotator cuff tear is "too big" or "too far gone" for a standard repair? You still have options — and some of them are relatively new.

 

Dr. Brian Butzen is a board-certified orthopedic and hand surgeon in Durango, Colorado, and the only surgeon in the Four Corners region who performs lower trapezius tendon transfer for irreparable rotator cuff tears. In this free presentation, he'll walk through the full range of treatment options for massive and irreparable rotator cuff tears, including:
 

• What makes a rotator cuff tear "irreparable" — and why that doesn't mean nothing can be done

• Non-surgical treatment options: physical therapy, injections, and activity modifications

• Superior capsular reconstruction

• Lower trapezius tendon transfer — how it works and who it's right for

• Reverse total shoulder replacement for irreparable rotator cuff tears

• How to decide which option fits your situation
   

Dr. Butzen has been practicing in Durango since 2013 and performs over 100 reverse total shoulder replacements annually. He brings both high surgical volume and specialized training in techniques that most surgeons in the region don't offer.

This presentation is free and open to anyone. Whether you're a patient looking for answers, a family member helping someone research their options, or a healthcare provider in the Four Corners area, you're welcome to attend.