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If the inflammation is acute, anti-inflammatory medication, ice, and rest can be beneficial in minimizing pain and inflammation. If the inflammation is chronic, low-load therapeutic…
If the integrity of your rotator cuff does not safely allow for the performance of push-ups, or if the push-ups are performed incorrectly, you could…
Push-ups come in many forms. Push-ups can be good for rotator cuff strengthening if your shoulder has the necessary strength and range of motion. Oftentimes,…
You may experience increased pain at night due to lying on the affected shoulder. Increased pain can also be attributed to the weight of the…
A good rule of thumb is to avoid exercises that cause severe and lasting pain. If you are starting a new exercise program, perform exercises…
Rotator cuff self-massage is best performed with the assistance of a self-massage tool such as a ball, cane, roller, or massage gun. These allow targeted…
If the source of pain is due to localized inflammation in the rotator cuff due to a strain or tear, chiropractic joint manipulation alone will…
You can place ice on top of your shoulder to address your rotator cuff pain, but the application of ice will not heal the injury.…
Many people find that supporting their upper arm with a pillow or towel roll reduces their shoulder pain when sleeping. Many people also prefer to…
Sleeping is not a common mechanism of injury for the rotator cuff. Individuals may suspect that they injured their rotator cuff while sleeping due to…