Structure and function of the rabbit's supraspinatus muscle after resection of its tendon

Authors

  • Jan-Magnus Björkenheim

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678909149320

Abstract

The tendinous part of the supraspinatus muscle was removed in 12 rabbits in order to simulate a major rotator cuff tear. Changes in the contractile response and the development of atrophy of the supraspinatus muscle were significant. These changes may indicate that the modest results obtained in reconstruction of major rotator cuff tears may be due to muscular insufficiency.

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Published

1989-01-01

How to Cite

Björkenheim, J.-M. (1989). Structure and function of the rabbit’s supraspinatus muscle after resection of its tendon. Acta Orthopaedica, 60(4), 461–463. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678909149320