Hello @lalee. First, it is good the injections are making them feel better. As far as an "anchor" it is just part of the rotator repair. From my understanding, it is essentially an anchor that is put in to your shoulder blade so that the surgeon can tie down your rotator to the bone. I also believe that some of the anchor dissolves over time and the sutures remain. I agree that the wording and terminology sounds a bit intimidating. Unfortunately for me, there was no real decision to be made as they found the torn rotator while operating on a different issue in my shoulder. I was told that the tear would have been more severe in the future and would have caused more damage.

@lalee, are you dealing with a tear as well? Have they talked with you about the potential of making it worse, or is pain your main concern?