Rotator Cuff Injury by

Rotator Cuff Injury

nvander6 — 2023-08-30 00:09:21 UTC

Natalie Vanderwerff, Joshua Salinas, Jonathan McGlone, Aaron Brillantes

What career path is most prone to rotator cuff injuries?

nvander6 — 2023-08-30 00:15:09 UTC

Rotator cuff injuries are more likely to occur to athletes because they endure strenuous activities

What age group does this affect?

jcsalin11 — 2023-08-30 00:17:33 UTC

The older people get, the more at risk they are for getting a rotator cuff injury. With age, muscles become weaker and more injury prone, this is why people over the age of 60 are the most common age group with injuries.

How can excessive heavy lifting cause a rotator cuff injury?

jfmcglon — 2023-08-30 00:27:26 UTC

The excessive amount of overhead movement and heavy lifting irritates and damages the tendon.

How does falling affect rotator cuffs injuries?

jcsalin11 — 2023-08-30 00:27:32 UTC

A common way to injury the rotator cuff is to fall on the shoulder. Since the rotator cuff surrounds the shoulder joint, excessive force on or hyperextension of the joint could lead to injury and or tear.

Supraspinatus Tendon Tear

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-05 23:45:46 UTC

During a rotator cuff injury a number of different muscles and tendons could experience trauma. The most common injury tends to be a tear in the supraspinatus tendon. The supraspinatus muscle and therefore tendon are responsible for helping to abduct the arm and stabilize the glenohumeral joint. A tear in the tendon makes abduction of the arm and external rotation at the shoulder joint weak and painful.

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

nvander6 — 2023-09-06 00:09:10 UTC

Rotator cuff tendinitis is the swelling of the tissues in the muscles of the rotator cuff. Overuse and excessive trauma can result in tendonitis. This pain can be described as a dull pain or ache.

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

2023-09-06 00:21:06 UTC

Rotator cuff tendinopathy is and effect that comes from a rotator cuff tear. Rotator cuff tendinopathy is chronic irritation or degeneration of the RC soft tissue. This is part of an injury to the rotator cuff has to do with external rotation and elevation.
Jonathan McGlone

Shoulder Impingement Caused By Rotator Cuff Tear

apbrilla — 2023-09-06 00:26:09 UTC

Shoulder Impingement happens with a tear in the infraspinatus muscle which resides in the rotator cuff. When the infraspinatus muscle gets torn it can inhibit the shoulders elevation as the head of the humorous superiorly migrates during arm elevation.
Aaron Brillantes

Popping or Clicking Noises

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:34:45 UTC

A common symptom of a rotator cuff injury is for the injured shoulder to make audible popping or clicking noises. The pops and clicks tend to happen when the shoulder is moved throughout its range of motion. The pops and clicks may be accompanied by pain or other symptoms. The noises are caused by the loose ends of the tendons rubbing against shoulder ligaments or cartilage.

Medical Imaging

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:35:18 UTC

Rotator cuff tears can be easily diagnosed using medical imaging. Commonly, a MRI is used if a rotator cuff tear is suspected. A MRI will give a clear view of the tendons of the shoulder where it will be easy to diagnose a condition like a complete tear.

Physical examination

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:35:22 UTC

Rotator cuff tears can be diagnosed through physical examination by doctors or physical therapists. These tears can be diagnosed by the symptoms listed above. Physical examination will help the doctor test the problem and narrow down the root of the problem.

Surgery

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:41:26 UTC

Surgery for a torn rotator cuff is considered minimally invasive. Small incisions are made in the shoulder and a camera attached to a tube is inserted. This is used to find the site of the tear and special instruments are used to repair the trauma. In its simplest form, a surgeon uses a suture anchor to reattach the tendon to the humerus.

Motion restriction

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:41:30 UTC

A symptom of having a rotator cuff tear can be limited mobility. This is caused by tender and sensitive muscles that have been under stress. This can be very intense pain and restrict you from every day activities.

Increased Pain at Night or When Sleeping

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:41:34 UTC

The pain from a rotator cuff injury worsens at night due to the fact that you may be lying on the side that is hurt itself. If you are on your other side, it creates pressure in the joints of the hurt shoulder too. Inflammation also worsens at night because the area is compressed while laying down.

Muscle Weakness

nvander6 — 2023-09-12 23:41:37 UTC

When you injure your rotator cuff, it can lead to many weaknesses. When you injure the rotator cuff, the bundle of tendons and muscles can slit or be removed from the bone. This leads to weakness in the shoulder muscle when it comes to lifting weights or lifting anything in general.
Jonathan McGlone

Use of Shoulder Braces

apbrilla — 2023-09-12 23:55:14 UTC

The use of a shoulder brace minimizes the amount of movement your shoulder is capable of in order to prevent movements such as swinging which can cause further damage to the damaged tissue. The brace also allows the user to keep the shoulder supported and in a position where it can heal much faster.

Lasting Pain and Discomfort

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-20 00:20:31 UTC

If a torn rotator cuff is not treated properly, then the damaged tissue can worsen. This can lead to more pain and discomfort that can bother the patient for long periods of time.

Permanent Loss of Range of Motion

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-20 00:20:53 UTC

Permanent loss of range of motion is a prominent effect of treated and untreated rotator cuff injuries. The loss of range could affect singular or several planes of shoulder joint movement. How severe and what planes affected are determine by the specific injury.

Shoulder Joint Weakness

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-20 00:21:04 UTC

A long term effect of a rotator cuff injury is shoulder joint weakness. Because the rotator cuff is injured, the joint and muscles in the shoulder will be weaker. The rotator cuff is a bundle of muscles and joints and if torn, the joints will not function properly.

Physical Therapy

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-27 00:34:49 UTC

Physical therapy is a common and necessary component to the rehabilitation of a rotator cuff injury. Physical therapy pricing can range drastically from $30 a session to over $400. Insurance tends to cover initial sessions but the financial burden is placed on the patient after the covered sessions are used. If the patient decides not to receive physical therapy many long term consequences could be experienced. For example, long term pain, discomfort, and permanent loss of range of motion are all ailments which could result in not doing physical therapy.

Occupational Therapy

jcsalin11 — 2023-09-27 00:34:57 UTC

Occupational therapy is 150-200 Dollars per session and occupational therapy is usually not covered by health insurance, but when it is covered, it is usually by a high end medical plan and is also covered by Medicare. Without occupational therapy, the rotator cuff disorders could get worse, and it will result in more pain in the future.

Humanistic Therapy

nvander6 — 2023-09-27 00:35:05 UTC

Humanistic therapy focuses on connecting the body to your mind and spirit. Mindfulness is the main focus of this type of therapy. This type of therapy costs about $130 per hour. This may be covered by insurance, but for rotator cuff tears, it is unlikely to be covered. This is unlikely to be covered because humanistic therapy is considered to be a vague subject. If the subject chooses not to part take in humanistic therapy because of the cost, they may have mild effects such as less confidence and mental connection to their body.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

jcsalin11 — 2023-10-03 18:03:39 UTC

Cognitive-based therapy can be a useful tool for individuals recovering from a rotator cuff injury. Many people who experience muscle injuries, particularly athletes, may develop depression and anxiety during or after their recovery. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a commonly employed method to address these issues. Psychologist and psychiatrists are both professionals who deliver cognitive behavioral therapy.

Mindfulness Intervention

jcsalin11 — 2023-10-03 18:10:36 UTC

Mindfulness intervention aims to help patients become more open and accepting of their thoughts and feelings. This can be highly beneficial for individuals with rotator cuff injuries, as many of them experience fear of reinjury, leading to anxiety and depression. Mindfulness intervention helps in managing anxiety, enabling patients to engage in their favorite activities without the constant fear of reinjury. Psychologist and certified mindfulness instructors are professionals who deliver mindfulness intervention.

Physical Therapy

jcsalin11 — 2023-10-18 00:39:38 UTC

Physical therapy can be used in a variety of ways to rehabilitate a rotator cuff injury. Treatments commonly include strengthening exercises and mobility drills. A physical therapist would tailor the exact exercises to the clients particular injury.

Getting Dresses

2023-10-25 00:37:08 UTC

A rotator cuff injury affects almost every everyday item. If you have an injury to your rotator cuff the ability to extend, flex, lift, and lower is limited. If it is possible to raise an arm to get dressed, the pain is unimaginable.

Participating in Physical Activity

jcsalin11 — 2023-10-25 00:38:46 UTC

Whether it is sports, exercise or yard work physical activity could look severely different after a rotator cuff injury. While many modifications can be made to improve or completely mitigate any issues precaution still needs to be taken. If precaution is not taken these everyday task can lead to reinjury.

Athletes

apbrilla — 2023-11-01 00:38:25 UTC

Athletes are more likely to tear their rotator cuff than ordinary people due to the strain they put on their rotator cuffs on a day to day basis.

People Over The Age of 40

apbrilla — 2023-11-01 00:39:05 UTC

Elderly people are more likely to tear their rotator cuff due to the fact that their bodies are much more susceptible to damage due to the aging process.

Shoulder Exercise Program

nvander6 — 2023-11-07 23:41:10 UTC

It is recommended to do certain exercises that target the shoulder to prevent a rotator cuff tear. This can be organized in a specific program to target certain muscles. Studies have shown that performing open chain kinetic exercises improved the torque output of the rotator cuff more than closed chain movements. Focusing on open chain movements, could prevent a rotator cuff tear because they are highly effective in strengthening the rotator cuff. Challenges that may occur include not having enough time or not knowing how to properly execute the exercises.

FIFA 11+Shoulder Warm-Up Program

jcsalin11 — 2023-11-08 00:09:43 UTC

Proper shoulder and rotator cuff warm up is crucial to preventing injury. Studies show following a specific and tailored program can be effective in preventing injury. For example FIFA has a warm-up program for their goalkeepers. When this program was applied to other athletes it showed an increase in shoulder stability which is crucial to preventing injury. Challenges may arise when warming up for a variety of reasons. Improper access to equipment, or lack of knowledge of how to warm up can steer people away from warming up.

Virtual Reality Rehabilitation

nvander6 — 2023-11-09 05:17:15 UTC

Virtual reality rehabilitation is one technique that can help treat a rotator cuff tear. Virtual reality rehabilitation offers courses that engage the patients in the rehabilitation process to keep them motivated to treat their rotator cuff tear. This increases recovery rates and reduces the risk of the rotator cuff tearing again. The risk is reduced because the muscle is strengthened by rehabilitation. Patients with rotator cuff tears were treated conservatively at 63.6% in the text attached. Challenges faced while trying to incorporate virtual reality rehabilitation could include patients needing to be under supervision while performing this technique because the technique is not highly studied yet.

MRI

nvander6 — 2023-11-09 05:17:19 UTC

To diagnose a rotator cuff tear, an MRI can be used. A MRI is a medical imaging technique that forms pictures of the anatomy and physiological processes in the body. While the MRI cannot reduce the risk of a rotator cuff tear occurring, it can help diagnose one. It may be challenging to diagnose a rotator cuff tear with an MRI if the tear is very small.

Motion Analysis

jcsalin11 — 2023-11-14 20:41:11 UTC

Motion analysis is primarily intended for athletes who engage in sports with high levels of throwing or overhead movements. Using an array of sensors and specific cameras, detailed imagery can be created of an athlete going through a motion. This data can later be analyzed to help correct the athlete's form, as perfecting form is an excellent way to prevent injuries.

Dynamometry

jcsalin11 — 2023-11-14 20:57:44 UTC

Dynamometry uses a variety of devices to measure the strength output of specific muscles. Knowing the specific strength output of key muscles can help a coach or trainer better tailor a workout program to an athlete's needs. Improving muscular weak points, especially in stabilizing muscles, greatly decreases the risk of injury

Explanation Services

nvander6 — 2023-11-22 00:42:32 UTC

A public health measure that can be taken to help prevent a rotator cuff tear is using specific intervention strategies such as offering services that explain how to use gym equipment or personal equipment such as an arm sling, padding, or tape. This can also be a small group that trains together. This will help prevent injuries with any group of people that are active because the audience will be aware of how to safely use equipment and protective safety measures. A challenge of implementing this could be getting enough people to show up to the explanation class being provided.

Public Awareness Campaign

nvander6 — 2023-11-22 00:45:20 UTC

For a rotator cuff tear, a preventative public health measure that can be taken is attending or hosting a public awareness campaign. This is a campaign that educates the general public on injuries and issues related to traumatic brain injuries. This can be useful for athletes or younger generations. A challenge of implementing this would be the setup and getting enough people to attend the event. There are also online websites that convey information about awareness on rotator cuff tears or a TBI.