Rotator Cuff

The rotator cuff is a group of tendons and their related muscles that helps keep the upper arm bone securely placed, or seated, into the socket of the shoulder blade. Rotator cuff disorders are usually caused by a combination of factors, such as normal wear and tear. Age-related degeneration slowly damages the rotator cuff, causing one or more tendons to rub against the bones (impingement). Partial or complete tears to the rotator cuff tendon are more likely to occur when the rotator cuff is already scarred, weakened, or damaged. A complete rotator cuff tear in a person with an otherwise healthy shoulder is most often caused by an extremely forceful injury. PAINPAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Possible rotator cuff? as in your shoulder.

There is a website called cufflinksdepot.com where you can get gifts for groomsmen. The website says that the gifts it sells can be personalized, so it's a good source.

My injury is cosidered log term and I have to have surgery on my shoulder. I am trying to find out what a good settlement is for this injury. I can't seem to get any straight answers. I have been out of work since Jan. and it is going to be six months after surgery before I can even consider going back to work. So I will be out of work for about 13 months. I am really concerned that I will not be able to do heavy equipment operating again. I have torn the rotor cuff in my shoulder. I would appreciate any input anyone has to help me feel alittle better about my workmen's compensation suit. Thank you for your time and help... Dwren56@yahoo.com

subscapularis, supraspinatus, infraspinatus and teres minor

Yes. Your rotator cuff holds your shoulder in place. Any tear will cause great pain raising your arm above your head, problems sleeping, etc.

Unfortunately, surgical procedures are usually the only way to fix it.

It is a group of 4 tendons that attack to the head of the humerus. It looks kind of like 4 white flat straps attached to a pool cue ball.

The treatment for Torn Rotator Cuff usually begins from conservative approach to surgical approach. The choice depends on whether the symptoms of torn rotator cuff involved is one as mild, chronic or acute. Conservative treatment consists of rest and limited mobility to the injured shoulder, anti-inflammatory and pain medication, the use of a sling, injection of steroid and physical therapy rehabilitation. Also strengthening exercises are important component of recovery treatment for torn rotator cuff muscles. Conservative approach is the best treatment option for minor shoulder injury and to relieve the early manifestations of the symptoms.

4, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis.

Yes, you would be under a general anesthesia.

Subscapularis

Diagnosis is usually made after a physical examination, often by a sports medicine physician. X rays are also sometimes used in diagnosis as well as an arthrogram.

Cpt code 29827

There are four tendons in the rotator cuff, and these tendons are attached individually to the following muscles: teres minor, subscapularis, infraspinatus, and the supraspinatus.

infraspinatus and teres minor

Give the shoulder a rest, alternate with ice and heat. Strengthening the muscle around the rotator cuff will relieve the load of movement. Low level laser has also been shown to be effective. Treatment of injured shoulder rotator cuff: If injury is less than 72 hours then local cold pack and Aleve or Advil by mouth. If one can not raise the arm fully then may need to see an orthopedist. Initial treatment is physicl therapy- i.e. to move arm and shoulder to fullest ability and strenghthen the muscles. If Physical therapy does not cure and one can not move arm then a surgery to repair the torn rotator cuff is advised. This may not be a DIY project. What I've done with tremendous success is using a mixture of sheep dip, orange tang, and Vick's vapor rub. The high acidity of the tang mixed with the mentholate and dung has a mysterious pain relieving effect. It has not been medically proven, but over 90% of people who try this process report astounding results. Answer: Rotator Cuff injuries are very common injuries and can persist for years unless treatment is properly addressed. Anyone who has had one will tell you that they are incredibly painful and very hard to heal. The rotator cuff is used to describe four muscle groups in the shoulder area. This muscle group helps to stabilize the joint in the shoulder when the upper arm moves. Once one or more of the rotator cuff muscles are injured it becomes very difficult to recover 100%. It is almost impossible to keep from re-straining the muscles because even in a sling our shoulder can still move. It's just not possible to stop everything and rest the injury properly. Everyone has demands that make them keep going and in the process we prevent the rotator cuff from healing. What ends up happening is we continually reinjure the shoulder through our daily activities. Treatments: Ultrasound and/or Radiant Energy treatments dramatically increase the blood flow and reduce inflammation constant motion is what keeps the blood flowing through that area Cold compression wraps are highly effective at both reducing inflammation and preventing its return in between therapeutic treatments.

when the supraspinatus tendon becomes compressed by the greater tuberosity when the arm is adducted and abducted. This restricts the blood supply, creates avascular zone and promotes the tendinopathy. Can be the result of keeping the shoulder in one position over a period of time, sleeping on the shoulder every night, or participating in activities that require extending the arm over the head

The best prevention is to avoid repetitive overhead arm movements and to develop shoulder strength.

It was my right shoulder one. I was standing with feet underneath car with door open and fell backwards onto shoulder. still hurts and that was 10 years ago. would advise not to imitate this stunt.

25,000.00

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles, whose combined mission is to keep the shoulder in its socket. A rotator "cup" doesn't exist in the world of anatomy. Perhaps you heard it from someone who mispronounced after not hearing clearly.

Rotator cuff tears that are full thickness can become too old to repair after about four months. This is due to curling and shrinking of the muscle. If the muscle shrinks too much or curls too much it can not be surgically reattached.

A cuff watch can be purchased from Nordstrom. Other great options include Walmart, Target, Amazon, Macy's, Solestruck, Pacific Silver, Overstock, and eBay.

It is the bone at the top of your shoulder. Where the arm meets the torso.

To be a little more specific, the rotator cuff is not a bone, but actually four muscles (the Teres Minor, the Infraspinatus, the Supraspinatus and the Subscapularis if you want to know specifics) that get their name because they help rotate the arm and provide stability for the shoulder.

!

Dr. B.

A muscle with origin from the http://www.answers.com/topic/infraspinous-fossa of the scapula, with insertion to the great http://www.answers.com/topic/tubercle of the http://www.answers.com/topic/humerus, with nerve supply from the http://www.answers.com/topic/suprascapular-nerve, and whose action extends the arm and rotates it laterally A muscle with origin from the http://www.answers.com/topic/infraspinous-fossa of the scapula, with insertion to the great http://www.answers.com/topic/tubercle of the http://www.answers.com/topic/humerus, with nerve supply from the http://www.answers.com/topic/suprascapular-nerve, and whose action extends the arm and rotates it laterally