Rotator Cuff Injuries Symptoms

ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES

DESCRIPTION

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of the upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder. A rotator cuff injury can cause a dull ache in the shoulder that worsens at night. Rotator cuff injuries are common and increase with age

Symptoms –

Recurrent pain

Grating or cracking sound while moving arm

Limited ability to move your arm

Muscle weakness

Risk factors –

Older age

Occupations like carpentry, or house painting

Certain sports

Family history

Diagnosis and test –

X-ray

Ultrasound

MRI

Treatment –

Therapy

Injections

Surgery