Category: Rotator Cuff

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Rotator Cuff Injuries and Physical Therapy

December 13th, 2023

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their associated tendons that surround the shoulder joint. These muscles and tendons play a crucial role in stabilizing the shoulder and allowing it to move in various directions. The four muscles that make up the rotator cuff are the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis.

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What To Expect After A Rotator Cuff Tear

May 10th, 2022

Whether you work a physically demanding job, are an athlete, or simply exercise recreationally, you may be at risk for experiencing a rotator cuff tear. This injury can occur due to a traumatic incident or by overusing these shoulder muscles.  What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in

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Strengthen the Rotator Cuff Muscles with These 3 Exercises

October 13th, 2021

Do you ever have pain or difficulty when reaching overhead to get something off of a high shelf? What about when reaching your arm behind your back to bathe or put on clothes? Can’t participate in throwing activities without pain? If you answered yes to any of these, it is likely that you are experiencing

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Nagging Rotator Cuff Injuries

December 6th, 2019

What is your rotator cuff? The muscles of the rotator cuff function together to stabilize the humerus inside the shoulder blade socket during any arm movement. The rotator cuff consists of 4 muscles that are responsible for rotation and movement of your shoulder joint and arm. Muscles that make up the Rotator Cuff Each muscle,

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