Table 1.
Top 10 Most FAQs for Rotator Cuff Repair From Google and ChatGPT Queries
| Top 10 questions from Google |
|---|
| How long does it take to recover from a rotator cuff repair surgery? (fact—timeline of recovery) |
| What are the 3 types of rotator cuff repair? (fact—technical details) |
| Why is rotator cuff repair so painful? (value—pain) |
| How painful is rotator cuff surgery and recovery? (value—pain) |
| What are the worst things to do after rotator cuff surgery? (fact—restrictions) |
| How long after rotator cuff surgery can you sleep in a bed? (fact—specific activities) |
| Is rotator cuff surgery worth having? (policy—indications/management) |
| How long do you wear a sling after rotator cuff surgery? (fact—timeline of recovery) |
| What is the fastest way to recover from rotator cuff surgery? (fact—timeline of recovery) |
| Can I drive 2 weeks after rotator cuff surgery? (fact—specific activity) |
| Top 10 questions from ChatGPT |
| What is the recovery time after rotator cuff repair surgery? (fact—timeline of recovery) |
| How is rotator cuff repair performed? (fact—technical details) |
| What are the symptoms of a torn rotator cuff? (policy—indications/management) |
| What is a rotator cuff repair? (fact- technical details) |
| Are there any non-surgical treatments for a torn rotator cuff? (policy—indications/management) |
| What are the potential risks and complications of rotator cuff repair? (policy—risk/complications) |
| How long does it take to regain full shoulder strength after surgery? (fact—timeline of recovery) |
| What are the success rates of rotator cuff repair surgery? (value—evaluation of surgery) |
| Can a torn rotator cuff heal without surgery? (policy—indications/management) |
| Can physical therapy help after rotator cuff repair surgery? (policy—indications/management) |
Similar questions between Google and ChatGPT are shown in bold.