Suffering from a rotator cuff injury can be a painful and debilitating experience, significantly impacting your daily life and activities. Trident Health & Chiropractic offers rotator cuff treatment in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Our team of healthcare professionals understands the challenges you face with such injuries. We are committed to providing effective, personalized treatment plans to address your needs.
Rotator cuff injuries are commonly caused by a variety of factors, often related to either overuse or acute injury. They are a leading cause of pain and disability among adults. At Trident Health & Chiropractic we offer rotator cuff treatment in Spartanburg no matter what the cause of the injury to the shoulder joint that is hindering your range of motion in the shoulder blade and causing discomfort.
Here are the primary causes of rotator cuff tears and partial tears:
Understanding these causes is crucial for both prevention and effective treatment of rotator cuff injuries. If you suspect a rotator cuff injury, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
Injuries to the rotator cuff can cause various symptoms, which may vary in intensity depending on the severity of the tear.
Here are some distinctive signs and symptoms typically associated with this condition:
It's important to note that these symptoms can also be indicative of other shoulder problems. Therefore, a proper medical diagnosis is essential for determining if these symptoms are indeed due to a torn rotator cuff. If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.
At Trident Health & Chiropractic, we offer rotator cuff treatment in Spartanburg.
Treatment may include a combination of non-surgical and, if necessary, surgical methods, tailored to the severity of the injury and the patient's lifestyle needs. We will do everything in our power to ensure surgery is not required.
Non-surgical treatments include rest, ice application to reduce swelling, physical wellness approaches to strengthen surrounding muscles and restore range of motion, and anti-inflammatory medications or corticosteroid injections to manage pain.
A minor rotator cuff injury may heal on its own with rest and proper self-care, though more significant tears typically require medical intervention.
The best treatment often involves a combination of rest, chiropractic care and in severe cases, surgery.
The healing time varies, with minor injuries potentially recovering in a few weeks, while more severe cases or post-surgery recovery can take several months.
Yes, minor to moderate rotator cuff injuries can often be effectively treated without surgery using dry needling, rest, and pain management.
If a rotator cuff injury is not repaired, it can lead to long-term issues like chronic pain, weakness, decreased range of motion, and potentially the development of degenerative joint diseases.
Our goal is to help you reach optimal health because we believe that everyone deserves to live life well-adjusted.
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