Rotator Cuff Injuries

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that lift the shoulder up above the head and rotate it toward and away from the body. These muscles can be affected in a variety of ways such as tendonitis, a tear, impingement of the tendon or even irritation due to instability of the humerus (arm bone) in the socket.

Treatment for these conditions can involve strengthening, stopping the aggravating action, taping techniques, acupuncture, hands-on methods by a physiotherapist, and many other modalities.