Rotator Cuff

Symptoms of rotator cuff tendinitis include:

• shoulder pain, especially with movement and at night
• weakness in the arm and shoulder
• a snapping sensation in the shoulder with movement
• tenderness and swelling in the upper front part of the shoulder
• in severe cases, inability to raise the arm to shoulder height

Treatment
Minor pain or injury involving the rotator cuff may require RICE therapy:

• rest or reduced activity
• ice or cold packs applied to the shoulder
• compression of the shoulder, such as with ace bandages
• elevation

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may be used to reduce inflammation and discomfort. Physiotherapy helps to increase the strength of the tendons and muscles.

Ultrasound may be used to warm the muscles and improve blood flow.

Last resort surgery called rotator cuff repair is done to relieve tendons that are being pinched by the shoulder blade.

For more information please call 020 8455 7809 or email us on info@igophysio.co.uk

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