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Examining the Relationship Between Sarcopenia and Rotator Cuff Tears: A Retrospective Comparative Study
Jae-Hwa Kim1, Inseok Jang1, Simho Jeong1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|January 11, 2025
Summary
This study found no significant link between sarcopenia, a loss of muscle mass, and rotator cuff tears (RCTs). Chronic kidney disease and calcium levels, however, were associated with RCTs.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Orthopedics
- Musculoskeletal Health
Background:
- Rotator cuff tears (RCTs) are increasingly common in the aging population.
- Sarcopenia, age-related muscle mass and function decline, is prevalent in older adults.
- The relationship between sarcopenia and RCTs remains under-investigated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between sarcopenia and rotator cuff tears (RCTs).
- To explore potential links between sarcopenia, RCT severity, and demographic factors.
Main Methods:
- Participants were assessed using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry for body composition.
- Propensity score matching was used to create comparable sarcopenia and non-sarcopenia groups.
- Multivariable logistic regression analyzed factors associated with RCTs.
Main Results:
- Sarcopenia was not significantly associated with the presence or severity of RCTs after propensity score matching.
- Chronic kidney injury and serum calcium levels were significantly associated with RCTs.
- No significant differences in age, sex, or bone mineral density were found between groups.
Conclusions:
- This study did not find a significant relationship between sarcopenia and rotator cuff tears.
- Chronic kidney injury and calcium levels are potential factors associated with RCTs.
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