Rotator Cuff Injuries

Anatomy and Biomechanics

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that stabilize the shoulder and help control arm movement.

Signs and Symptoms

Shoulder pain with overhead activity
Weakness lifting the arm
Pain when sleeping on the shoulder
Limited shoulder movement

How Physiotherapy Helps

Physiotherapy includes:

strengthening shoulder stabilizers
improving shoulder mobility
correcting movement patterns
shockwave treatments are helpful for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathies, which are confirmed with ultrasound
- read more about shockwave treatments here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why does my shoulder hurt when lifting my arm?

This often happens when the rotator cuff becomes irritated or overloaded. Physiotherapy improves shoulder mechanics and reduces stress on the tendon.

Can rotator cuff injuries heal without surgery?

Many rotator cuff injuries respond very well to physiotherapy through strengthening, mobility work, and movement correction.

Why is my shoulder weaker than usual?

Pain and tendon irritation can inhibit muscle activation. Physiotherapy restores strength and shoulder control.

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Rotator Cuff Injuries