Rotator Cuff Syndrome (Shoulder Injury)
Description
The rotator cuff is a band of tendons which compose a portion of the shoulder joint. The rotator cuff is composed of tendons of the supraspinatous, infraspinatous, teres minor and subscapularis muscles. Rotator cuff syndrome is a spectrum of diseases ranging from shoulder impingement, to inflammation (tedonitis or bursitis) to a partial or complete tear (rotator cuff tear).
Symptoms
Shoulder pain, pain with reaching and lifting, swelling, tenderness.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. A MRI is usually needed to confirm the diagnosis and define the extent of injury.
- MRI
Treatment
Treatment depends on the extent of injury but may include: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn), pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), physical therapy, and/or surgery.
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