There
are four major muscles that make up your rotator cuff: the Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus,
Subscapularis, and the Teres Minor. These muscles assist with motion and create
a stable environment for your shoulder. There
are four major muscles that make up your rotator cuff: the Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus,
Subscapularis, and the Teres Minor. These muscles assist with motion and create
a stable environment for your shoulder.
When the muscles become irritated from overuse and go untreated, a hole or tear can develop in the tissue. These tears can also happen with individuals who have never had previous shoulder injury, by a sudden jerk of their arm, or lifting a heavy object, or from a fall.
Signs and Symptoms may include, deep pain, weakness, inability
to lift your arm overhead, popping, and difficulty sleeping.
For more information, download our rotator cuff handbook. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed to view and print this booklet.
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