There are two types of rotator injuries. Acute: coming from a sudden trauma to your shoulder. Or the opposite which happens over time is called a chronic injury. Let’s look at the symptoms related to both.
Acute Rotator Tears
Acute tears in your rotator cuff are generally from a sudden, powerful movement of your shoulder. Falls or direct impacts to your shoulder are the most common injuries; tripping and falling over, falling off ladders or lifting something too heavy. An acute tear may also come from something as simple as throwing a ball with your kids. It can happen at any time.
Your main symptoms will be fast and painful. Acute tear symptoms include
- severe pain in your shoulder and arm
- limited movement of your shoulder(especially to the side)
- a specific area of pain and tenderness
Generally with acute tears you know immediately that you have damaged something when the injury happens.
Chronic Tears
Your joints will slowly show signs of wear and tear as you get older. Having the biggest range of motion than any other joint in your body it is no surprise the rotator cuff injuries are a common injury. Daily wear and tear is the main cause but injury can also come from overuse and repetitive movements.
When left untreated symptoms will worsen over time. Chronic symptoms include
- gradual worsening of pain
- weakness in your arm and shoulder
- difficulty lifting above your head
- uncomfortable to sleep on
Chronic injuries are mostly found on your dominant side and in people over 40 years of age.
What to do about your pain
Severe pain and discomfort will continue if your symptoms are left untreated. If you are suffering from ongoing pain, weakness or discomfort in your shoulder then you must visit your nearest orthopedic surgeon and end the pain your are currently in. Rotator cuff injuries can easily be fixed, often without the need for surgery.
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