A rotator cuff tear is a partial or complete severing of the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder, usually due to injury. A strain is different, as it involves an overstretch of the tendons. The ...

There are three main sections: the identification and description of the symptoms caused by known rotator cuff tears, the impact that these tears had upon the lives of the participants followed by ...

The rotator cuff is the group of four muscles that aid shoulder movement and stabilize the joint. It’s a commonly injured area. Every time you move your shoulder, you’re using your rotator cuff to ...

Rotator cuff injuries are extremely common, especially as we age. The right exercises can speed healing and recovery. By Jane E. Brody Few of us think about our joints until one starts to hurt when we ...

Shoulder pain can be debilitating. Not only are you dealing with the constant pain, but it can limit you from performing typical everyday tasks, especially those involving lifting. But is it just pain ...

The subscapularis is a muscle in your shoulder that helps you internally rotate your arm. When your arm is internally rotated, it means that your palm is facing back, behind your body. The ...

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Shoulder pain can be more than just an inconvenience, it might be a sign of something serious. One of the most common causes is a rotator cuff tear, an injury that affects ...

Neer's test is a simple exam that assesses if your shoulder pain and limited range of motion may be caused by an impingement (pinching of tissue). Your healthcare provider or physical therapist can ...