Perioperative Nutrition Optimization in Rotator Cuff Repair
Alex R. La Poche, BA1* and David S. Pereira, MD2
1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, New York, United States.
2 Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, United States.
*Corresponding Author: Alex R. La Poche, BA, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, New York, United States.
https://doi.org/10.58624/SVOAOR.2025.05.003
Received: November 22, 2024
Published: January 20, 2025
Citation: La Poche AR, Pereira DS. Perioperative Nutrition Optimization in Rotator Cuff Repair. SVOA Orthopaedics 2024, 5:1, 19-24. doi: 10.58624/SVOAOR.2025.05.003
Abstract
Rotator cuff injuries severely affect quality of life, particularly in the elderly, with many patients experiencing non-healing after rotator cuff repair (RCR) surgery. This review explores the influence of nutrition on healing after RCR and the effects of perioperative nutritional optimization. Analysis of studies on the impact of macronutrients, micronutrients, and dietary supplements on postoperative recovery highlights that malnutrition is common in RCR patients and linked to poor outcomes. Nutritional optimization, such as supplementation with amino acids and vitamin D, supports tissue repair and immune function, improving recovery. Individualized nutrition plans and revised fasting guidelines could enhance surgical success.
Keywords: Perioperative Nutrition, Rotator Cuff Repair, Malnutrition , Rotator Cuff injuries