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Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment in Southwest Ohio
Rotator Cuff Tear in Southwest Ohio
A healthy rotator cuff helps you lift, reach, and use your arm throughout the day. When one or more of these tendons become torn, everyday movements can become painful or noticeably weaker. You may struggle to raise your arm, reach for an object, or perform activities that once felt routine.
Orthopedic Associates provides evaluation and treatment for rotator cuff tears and other shoulder conditions throughout Southwest Ohio. Our orthopedic shoulder specialists focus on identifying the structures responsible for your symptoms so your treatment can be tailored to your shoulder and activity level.
What Is a Rotator Cuff Tear?
The rotator cuff includes tendons that play an important role in shoulder movement and function. A rotator cuff tear occurs when a tendon fails and tears away from the bone, affecting your ability to properly lift and use the arm.
Some tears occur suddenly following an injury. Others can develop gradually as tendonitis and repetitive stress affect the tendons over time.
Pain accompanied by significant weakness when trying to raise your arm can be a sign of a rotator cuff tear. You may also notice that activities involving lifting or reaching have become more difficult.
Shoulder pain and weakness can have several possible causes. Rotator cuff tendonitis, impingement, bursitis, arthritis, and other shoulder conditions may produce similar symptoms, making an accurate diagnosis an important first step.
Personalized Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment
Orthopedic Associates’ shoulder specialists evaluate your symptoms, shoulder function, and the structures involved to determine an appropriate treatment plan.
Care is individualized based on the nature of the tear, your symptoms, and how the injury affects your normal activities. Treatment focuses on reducing pain, improving shoulder function, and helping you regain the ability to comfortably use your arm.
Orthopedic Associates Surgeons in Ohio Treat All Shoulder Conditions
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Shoulder Replacement
- Biceps Tendon Tear at the Shoulder
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Chronic Shoulder Instability
- Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone)
- Common Shoulder Injuries
- Fracture of the Shoulder Blade (Scapula)
- Frozen Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Injures and Tears
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Impingement/Rotator Cuff Tendinitis
- Shoulder Injuries in the Throwing Athlete
- Shoulder Joint Tear (Glenoid Labrum Tear)
- Shoulder Separation
- Shoulder Trauma (Fractures and Dislocations)
Osteoporosis Information
If you’ve recently experience a break or over the age of 55, contact our Osteoporosis Clinic to be screened for bone loss to help prevent future breaks
Rotator Cuff Tear FAQs
What causes a rotator cuff tear?
A rotator cuff tendon can tear as the result of an injury or develop gradually over time. Tendonitis and repetitive activity may contribute to changes in the tendons that eventually lead to a tear.
What are common signs of a torn rotator cuff?
Pain and significant weakness when attempting to raise the arm can indicate a rotator cuff tear. Patients may also notice increasing difficulty with movements that require lifting, reaching, or using the affected shoulder.
Is rotator cuff tendonitis the same as a rotator cuff tear?
No. Rotator cuff tendonitis involves inflammation of the tendons, while a rotator cuff tear occurs when a tendon tears away from the bone. A tear may sometimes develop over time following tendonitis.
Why does a rotator cuff tear make my arm feel weak?
The rotator cuff helps support normal shoulder movement. When the tendons fail or tear away from the bone, your ability to lift the arm effectively can be affected, resulting in noticeable weakness.
How is a rotator cuff tear diagnosed?
An orthopedic shoulder specialist can evaluate your symptoms and shoulder function to determine which structures may be causing your pain or weakness. This is particularly important because several shoulder conditions can produce overlapping symptoms.
When should I see an orthopedic specialist for shoulder weakness?
Shoulder weakness that makes it difficult to raise or use your arm should be evaluated, particularly if symptoms began after an injury or continue to interfere with everyday activities.
Where can I find rotator cuff tear treatment in Southwest Ohio?
Orthopedic Associates provides specialized care for rotator cuff injuries and other shoulder conditions throughout Southwest Ohio. Treatment is centered around an accurate diagnosis and an individualized plan focused on reducing pain, restoring function, and helping you return to your normal activities.
