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Peer\u2010reviewed publications with a level of evidence of Level IV or higher were included. Data related to clinical outcomes and complications were recorded. Risk of bias was assessed using the Methodological Index for Non\u2010randomized Studies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The initial search yielded 1,066 studies, resulting in 15 studies for inclusion, including 393 total patients. Mean follow\u2010up ranged from 3 to 58.2 months. All studies reported significant improvements in patient\u2010reported outcomes and range of motion after LTT for FIRCTs. Postoperative American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores ranged from 54.8 to 84.8, with absolute improvements of 21.7 to 48.6, whereas visual analog scale pain scores improved by 1.7 to 5.4. Postoperative external rotation ranged from 35\u00b0 to 101.7\u00b0, with mean improvements of 11\u00b0 to 32.5\u00b0, and forward flexion improved by 7.9\u00b0 to 66\u00b0 to a range of 120\u00b0 to 165.7\u00b0. Complications were reported in 12 studies, with LTT retear (range, 0%\u201019%) and infection (0%\u201013%) being the most common. Reoperations occurred in 10 studies, most frequently consisting of conversion to shoulder arthroplasty (0%\u201020%).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>LTT is a reliable option for FIRCTs, offering significant improvements in clinical and functional outcomes. 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