Rotator Cuff Pain
Let’s be clear here. It’s Ro-ta-tor CUFF. Not “rotor cup.” Not “rotary” anything. Rotator. Then Cuff. Ok, we’re good now.
But no matter what you call it, it’s a pain. Is it torn? There are special tests a PT can perform manually to help rule in/out a tear. An MRI can determine a more accurate diagnosis. To repair or not repair. Check out some links below to learn more about coping with a rotator cuff tear.
Information
Rotator Cuff Tear Repair | 3D4Medical From Elsevier
Short animated video demonstrating a rotator cuff (supraspinatus) tear
https://youtu.be/BL5kVI8Xd1E?si=N2NVS6a5oaETESeT
3 Keys to Rehab a Rotator Cuff Tear & AVOID Surgery [UNIQUE EXERCISES] | Precision Movement
During this 22 minute video orthopedic surgeon Dr. Erin Boynton and kinesiologist Eric Wong go into depth about the structure, pathology, and treatment strategies for a healthier rotator cuff. The 3 keys they discuss to cope with a rotator cuff tear are: Posture and Tightness, Position of the Scapula, and Correct Patterns.
https://youtu.be/o9fiTFfW4uU?si=Br3dldbaYXqeva_Z
Resources
10 Rotator Cuff Exercises for Pain Relief (Non-surgical Rehab) | Tim Fraticelli - PTProgress
1: Pendulum; 2: Scapular Squeeze; 3: Assisted Flexion with Support; 4: Serratus Punch; 5: Wall Slide; 6: Countertop Planks; 7: Sidelying External Rotation; 8: Resisted Row; 9: Resisted Shoulder External Rotation; 10: Diagonal Band Exercise
https://youtu.be/70UxCj6AoPo?si=AFB0jP8pnKi49upb