Often surgery is a good option to speed up the healing process and help you get back to life if you have had a strokerotator manchet rive. Read on to learn more about rotator cuff injuries and howDr. Adickescan help you heal and what to avoid to help yourself heal.
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Types of tears
- INrotator manchetthe injury occurs when one of the rotator cuff tendons tears, leaving your upper arm less supported than before.
- A partial tear is also called an incomplete tear because the tendon is not completely damaged. The tendon involved is not completely severed, but is damaged and can still cause pain.
- A full thickness crack is also called a complete crack. The tendon involved in this type of tear is completely separated from the bone on both sides. There may be a hole in the tendon with a full thickness tear.
Exercises to avoid
If you have a rotator cuff injury, prepare to give the weights some rest at the gym. Avoid lifting weights above your head or from the sides of your body. These movements can cause more stress and even further damage to the area.
You'll probably also need to avoid the pool unless you're comfortable using a kickboard. Even raising your arm to hold a stair board can be painful, so be sure to consult a doctor or physical therapist before trying a new exercise.
Therapy
If your tear is the result of repetitive use, you may be able to treat your rotator cuff injury without surgery. You may be asked to wear a sling to keep your arm from moving. It is important to rest your arm and shoulder properly so that your rotator cuff can heal.
Surgery may be a better option if you don't have time to let your rotator cuff heal on its own. If you exercise and need to return to work quickly, surgery is a good option to get your shoulder working again.
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