ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES CAUSES AND SYMPTOMS

Rotator cuff is a group of muscles or tendons that surrounds the shoulder joint, it keeps the head of the upper arm bone within the socket of the shoulder. Any injury to the rotator cuff can cause a dull ache in the shoulder which might get worst by over use of Arm away from the body. 

Rotator cuff injuries are common injuries that can increase with age. Rotator cuff injuries can also occur in people who have jobs that require repetitive overhead movements. 

The injuries to the rotator cuff are most probably the rotator cuff tear. It occurs when any one of the muscles that form the rotator cuff is damaged, Otherwise, the tendons that go all the way through the cuff get pulled or damaged. The rotator cuff is a commonly injured area of the body and could be considered a fragile area. 

Causes of Rotator Cuff injuries

The rotator cuff pathology may range from mild to severe. The most common causes are due to strains, tendinitis and bursitis.

Tendinitis is an injury caused by overuse of the rotator cuff, this leads to inflammation in the rotator cuff. This might be due to excessive use of overhead movements.

Bursitis is a common rotator cuff problem that is caused by the inflammation of the Bursa present inside the shoulder. Bursae are fluid-filled sac that is present between the bones.

Strains - rotator cuff strain or tear are caused by over use for any acute injury. The common rotator cuff strains are due to any fall, car accident, fall at home or work place or any sudden injury. These strains and pulls typically cause intense pain.

The generalized causes include -

  • Overuse of the shoulder joint irrespective of appropriate posture and position.
  • Sudden strains or accident to shoulder joint.
  • Muscle or tendon pulls.
  • Falls at home or work place
  • Gym injuries
  • Sports injuries 
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff injuries:-

  • Pain while moving the arm in certain ways.
  • Weakness in the shoulder.
  • Dull ache while performing above shoulder movements.
  • Unable to lift heavy things.
  • Disturbed sleep.
  • Tenderness in the shoulder especially at night.
  • Trouble reaching behind the back.
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