What are the symptoms of a torn rotator cuff?
Two of the most common symptoms of a rotator cuff injury are pain and weakness. Usually people with a torn rotator cuff find it difficult to pinpoint the exact area of the pain, and have a tendency of describing it as a vague discomfort that gets aggravated with particular movements of the shoulder. The pain is usually felt towards the exterior part of the shoulder and sometimes even along the arm down to the elbow. The weakness caused by a rotator cuff tear usually manifests itself by loss of movement by the arm such as the inability to lift the arm overhead, or to extend it to the front or side. Usually, the larger the rotator cuff tear, the more difficult it is to move the arm as well as the injured area. What is the treatment for a torn rotator cuff? One of the most important things is to treat rotator cuff injury as soon as possible. The initial 48-72 hours are vital in order to recover speedily and completely. The best treatment as soon as injury occurs is to use the R.I.C.E.R.,
