Category: Rotator Cuff
Anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy are conservative strategies that help many patients alleviate shoulder bursitis. If these conservative interventions are insufficient, or your symptoms are…
Rotator cuff tears can feel like a sharp localized pain in the shoulder. Over time, the pain can radiate to the shoulder blade and elbow.…
Subscap is short for subscapularis. The subscapularis is one of four muscles whose tendons comprise the rotator cuff. The subscapularis’ main function is to turn…
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 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…