ViviGen represents a paradigm shift in the field of bone repair and tissue engineering by focusing on lineage committed bone cells.
Superior Capsular Reconstruction (SCR)
Reconstruction of the superior capsule using ArthroFlex to provide a supplemental covering to the glenohumeral joint which keeps the humeral head centered on the glenoid, thereby restoring normal joint biomechanics and stability.
Why perform SCR?
Biological Incorporation of ArthroFlex® in Superior Capsular Reconstruction for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Repair
Evan Lederman MD*, Davorka Softic MS, Xiao fei Qin MD PhD, Brian Samsell BS, Amy Dorfman BS
Dr. Alan Hirahara
Orthopedic Surgeon / Specialist in Sports Medicine
Superior Capsular Reconstruction: Clinical Outcomes After Minimum 2-Year Follow-Up.
Hirahara AM, Andersen WJ, Panero AJ. AJO. 2017 Nov;46(6): 266-272, 278.
The following case study presents use of SCR using ArthroFlex for repair of an irreparable rotator cuff tear.
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