Rotator Cuff Tear Pain Relief

A rotator cuff tear occurs when one of the four tendons in the shoulder joint become damaged or partially severed. Typically, a rotator cuff injury is caused by repetitive movements or improper lifting technique that create stress on the shoulder muscles and ligaments.

Symptoms of a rotator cuff tear can include pain and weakness in the shoulder and arm, making it difficult to move or raise your arm, as well as an inability to sleep on the affected shoulder. Pain may also be felt when attempting activities that involve reaching behind you, such as putting on a seatbelt or carrying a bag. In some cases, there may also be a crackling sensation when moving your arm due to fraying around the tendon tear.

Treating a rotator cuff tear requires a combination of chiropractic, physiotherapy, and massage therapy. These treatments can help to reduce inflammation, encourage healing, and, along with a program of rehabilitative exercises, may lead to an eventual full recovery. Chiropractic adjustments can lessen pain and discomfort while improving mobility in the affected area. Physiotherapy techniques enable increased ROM (range of motion) over time, helping to gradual decrease adhesions and scarring in the shoulder joint. Massage therapy can break down muscular knots in tight shoulder muscles and increase flexibility in range of motion.

Shoulder pain is something that people struggle with every day, but why does it occur in the first place? Common causes of shoulder pain can include AC joint sprain, AC joint strain, calcific tendonitis, long head of biceps tendinopathy, rotator cuff tendinopathy, shoulder bursitis, shoulder impingement syndrome, shoulder instability, shoulder labral tear, shoulder osteoarthritis, and shoulder slap lesion. It’s important to be aware of these potential sources of discomfort in order to reduce your risk for injury and take preventative actions that will keep your shoulders healthy and happy. Consultation with a qualified professional at CARESPACE can help determine the best solution to alleviate any discomfort experienced.