Moderate Severity
Rotator Cuff Tear
A tear in one or more of the tendons that make up the rotator cuff in the shoulder
Baseball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Typical Recovery Time: 3-6 months
When to Seek Medical Attention
- Sudden loss of motion or strength following an injury
- Severe pain not relieved by rest or over-the-counter medications
- Visible deformity of the shoulder
- Inability to perform basic shoulder movements
At a Glance
- Body Region
- Shoulder
- Type of Injury
- Tendon Tear
- Common in
- Baseball, Swimming, Tennis
- Severity
- Moderate
- Recovery Time
- 3-6 months
Recovery Programs
Rehabilitation programs for this injury
Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation
Comprehensive program for rotator cuff injuries and shoulder stability
View ProgramAbout Rotator Cuff Tear
The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder joint, providing stability and allowing for a wide range of motion. A rotator cuff tear occurs when one or more of these tendons is torn, either from acute injury or gradual degeneration over time.
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Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears