What is a Rotator Cuff Injury?
A rotator cuff injury can be strains (muscle pulls) or tears of one or more of the four muscles and tendons surrounding the rotator cuff.
Cause of a Rotator Cuff Injury?
These injuries can be the result of prolonged and repetitive overuse from activities such as throwing (ball or racquet sports), lifting weights or other heavy objects, or reaching overhead, to name a few. These injuries can also result from trauma to the shoulder from contact sports (such as hockey, rugby and football), falling on an outstretched arm or a motor vehicle accident.
Common Symptoms
- Pain in the shoulder that may increase with lifting arms up, pushing, pulling, or lifting
- Pain radiating to the neck, back and/or arm
- Muscle spasms of the shoulder and surrounding area
- Discomfort sleeping on the affected shoulder
- Crackling or popping sounds with movement
- Limited range of motion
- Loss of normal strength
Related Issues
Often times these injuries can lead to other shoulder problems such as:
- Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
- Impingement syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
Cold Laser Therapy Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment: Step 1
Cold Laser Therapy Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment: Step 2
Cold Laser Therapy Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment: Step 3
Transfers light energy to the affected cells of muscle, regenerating and strengthening damaged muscle tissue to prevent future injury.
Decreases Inflammation:
Speeds up the body's natural inflammation phase and induces the repair phase of healing.
Removes Internal Scar Tissue:
Inhibits and removes Internal Scar Tissue that naturally forms after an injury and can cause discomfort and a delay in healing.
Nerve Regeneration:
Helps damaged nerves to recover by growing the neural network and repairing vital insulation around the nerve.
Stimulates Blood Flow:
Increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrients required for healing of the affected cells.
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