Rotator Cuff Repair
Rotator Cuff Repair Impingement
If you have ever suffered from shoulder pain, then this blog post will be of great help to you in rotator cuff repair. Rotator cuff and associated shoulder injuries are one of the most common conditions we see in our Hanover Chiropractic and Massage Therapy Office. We have been able to help the majority of these patients recover without shoulder surgery. I will be reviewing several points you need to keep in mind in order to successfully solve your rotator cuff injuries. This article is designed to help you get pain free and back to the activities you enjoy quickly.
Read what this patient told me after treatment…
“Dear Dr. Sarro, Before I came to see you last Saturday I had chronic right shoulder pain and very limited range of motion. My neck barely bent to my left side and my left wrist had been a constant source of pain due to a metacarpal misalignment. I am very pleased to report that since your treatment I feel like a new man. Your keen understanding of the mechanics of the human body are proven through the art you practice. I am truly very thankful for your efforts.”
Rotator Cuff Symptoms
A rotator cuff injury can include tendinitis, bursitis, impingement, frozen shoulder, arthritis, and tears. The symptoms of these conditions are all very similar, and include difficulty and pain raising your arm overhead, loss of shoulder strength and range of motion, and shoulder pain while sleeping.
Rotator Cuff Treatment, The Keys to Relief
To properly repair rotator cuff and shoulder injuries the following issues need to be identified and corrected.
- Muscle Imbalance
- Posture Imbalance
- Nerve Supply
- Scar Tissue
- Inflammation
Without addressing all five of the above areas, a large percentage of shoulder injuries never fully heal. Some of those patients will go on to have surgery, and still remain in pain after treatment.
Correct Rotator Cuff Muscle Imbalance
To correct a shoulder muscle imbalance the chest and front shoulder flexibility typically needs to be improved with door stretches. The rear of the shoulder and upper back muscles need to be strengthened with external rotation, rear shoulder raises, and rowing exercises. Weights or exercise bands work well. Click here for some Great Exercises & Stretches to help you get started.
Correct Rotator Cuff Posture Imbalance
Postural imbalances should be addressed with stretching, chiropractic adjustments, foam roller and therapy ball exercises. The goal of these modalities is to reverse the common hunched or rounded shoulder posture that puts a person at risk for shoulder pain.
Correct Rotator Cuff Nerve Supply
One of the most common reasons many shoulder injuries never fully heal is due to misalignment’s in the upper back and lower neck that impairs the nerve supply to the rotator cuff. Chiropractic adjustments targeted to these areas improve nerve flow and health to the shoulder.
Correct Rotator Cuff Scar Tissue
Therapy Edge Releases Rotator Cuff Scar Tissue
Scar tissue in and around the rotator cuff needs to be addressed through soft tissue techniques. A variety of techniques can be used, and include deep tissue massage therapy. One of my favorite techniques is called Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). I use a tool called the Therapy Edge to help break up scar tissue. This tool is very effective for many types of tendinitis.
Correct Rotator Cuff Inflammation
Inflammation needs to be taken very seriously in order to heal any joint injury. Failing to reduce excessive inflammation will sabotage the results of any rotator cuff repair program. We reduce patients inflammation through ice application, anti-inflammatory supplements, and dietary changes. One of the most important and effective anti-inflammatory supplements is Fish Oil.
No Obligation Pain Audit
If you have a rotator cuff injury or other pain related issue call my office at 781-829-9300 to schedule an appointment to receive a No Obligation Shoulder Pain Audit. I will review your current pain and symptoms, answer any questions you may have about your condition. You will gain important information about your condition whether you decide our relief care is right for you or not.
Money Back Guarantee on Chiropractic
If I can not reduce your pain within 6 visits, I will refund 100% of your out of pocket money. Recommendations in treatment must be followed.
Best Regards,
Dr. Sarro
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