WHAT IS SHOULDER PAIN DUE TO ROTATOR CUFF INJURY?
Rotator cuff injury is the damage to the rotator cuff. This condition is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain.
HOW IS SHOULDER PAIN DUE TO ROTATOR CUFF INJURY DIAGNOSED?
Diagnosis is done through understanding the patient’s history of activities and symptoms of pain in the shoulder. Plain x-rays are also done to exclude bony injuries. The MRI scan is the best to delineate the tissues of the shoulder.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES?
The rotator cuff can be injured due to degeneration associated with aging or inflammation of the shoulder. The rotator cuff is also commonly injured by trauma for example falling and injuring the shoulder or overuse during sports activities. Rotator cuff injury is particularly common in people who perform repetitive overhead motions that can stress the rotator cuff. These motions are frequently associated with muscle fatigue.
WHAT ARE THE TREATMENTS?
Treatment of rotator cuff injury depends on the severity of the injury to the tendons of the rotator cuff and the underlying condition of the patient. Mild rotator cuff disease is treated with ice, rest, anti-inflammatory medications and gradual exercise rehabilitation. More severe rotator cuff injury requires surgical repair.
ROTATOR CUFF INJURY Specialist
