Rotator Cuff
Your rotator cuff is made up of the muscles and tendons in your shoulder. These muscles and tendons connect your upper arm bone with your shoulder blade and help to hold the ball of your upper arm bone firmly in your shoulder socket.
Shoulder injuries may occur suddenly and be associated with a specific injury such as a fall, or it may progressively worsen over time and be aggravated by activity to the muscle, joint or nerves.
Signs of potential concern
- Pain during racquet sports and activities involving throwing
- Pain when bending the arm and rotating it outwards against resistance
- Pain on the outside of the shoulder and at times radiating down the arm
- Shoulder pain that worsens at night
- Stiffness in the shoulder joint
Risk factors
The following factors may increase your risk of having a rotator cuff injury
Working conditions - long hours of computer usage or sitting at a desk puts undue stress on the neck and shoulders
Age- as you get older, your risk of suffering a rotator cuff injury increases, rotator cuff tears are most common in people over 40
Exercise– Athletes who regularly use repetitive motions, such as racquetball players, hockey players, etc. are at greater risk of developing a rotator cuff injury.
Working in construction– Carpenters and painters, who also use repetitive motions, have an increased risk of injury.
Poor posture– Poor posture over many years can allow nerves, muscles or tendons to become pinched in your shoulder region.
Previous injuries – Previous injuries irritate the surrounding joints, nerves and ligaments making them susceptible to pain or restricted movement.
Treatment of Rotator Cuff injuries
Rotator cuff injuries often occur as a result of micro trauma caused by repetitive movement in occupational or sporting activities. The rotator cuff muscles are put under a great deal of strain during racquet sports and other activities where the arm is frequently above the head. Clinically relevant factors to keep in mind with the treatment of the shoulder, is that treatment not only requires rest, but also requires that the neck and its nerve supply be restored.
The KKT® process plays an integral role in stimulating the connective tissues of the spine to promote cellular regeneration.
If you have any of these symptoms or related concerns, please schedule a visit to a KKT® Qatar for a thorough assessment.
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