ROTATOR CUFF TENDINITIS (IMPINGMENT SYNDROME)
Shoulder Impingement & Rotator Cuff Tendinitis🦴
Expert Solutions by Dr. A. Mohan Krishna
Does it hurt to reach for a shelf or comb your hair? You might be dealing with Shoulder Impingement or Rotator Cuff Tendinitis. This happens when your shoulder tendons are “pinched” or inflamed, making arm movements painful. 🖐️💥
What is the Rotator Cuff?🔍
The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that keep your arm bone centered in your shoulder socket. Impingement occurs when the top of your shoulder blade (acromion) rubs against these tendons, causing irritation. Think of it like a door pinching a finger every time it closes! 🤏🚪
Common Symptoms⚠️
Pain usually starts gradually and may include:
Overhead Pain: Sharp pain when lifting your arm or reaching behind your back. 🎾
Night Pain: A dull ache that keeps you awake, especially if you lie on that shoulder. 🌙😫
Loss of Strength: Your arm feels weak or stiff during everyday tasks. 📉
Sudden “Catches”: Sharp pain during reaching movements. ⚡
Why Does It Happen🛠️
It is often an “overuse” injury. Common causes include:
Repetitive Movement: Frequent swimming, tennis, painting, or construction work. 🏊♂️🎨
Bone Spurs: Extra bone growth that narrows the space for your tendons. 🦴
Age: Natural wear and tear as we get older. 🎂
Diagnosis & Treatment🩺
How Dr. A. Mohan Krishna Helps You Heal
1. Finding the Cause 📸 Dr. Mohan Krishna will check your range of motion and strength. We may use X-rays to look for bone spurs or an MRI to check for small tears in the tendons.
2. Non-Surgical Recovery (Success in most cases!) 💊 Most patients find relief without surgery through:
Rest: Avoiding overhead activities for a short period. 🛌
Medication: Anti-inflammatory medicine to reduce swelling. 💊
Physical Therapy: Special exercises to strengthen the shoulder and restore motion. 🏋️♂️
Steroid Injections: If pain persists, a cortisone shot can provide powerful relief from inflammation. 💉
3. Surgical Options 🏥 If symptoms don’t improve after 6–12 months, Dr. Mohan Krishna may recommend Arthroscopic Surgery. This is a “keyhole” procedure where we:
Remove inflamed tissue.
Shave down bone spurs to create more “room” for your tendons to move freely. 🛠️✨
Get Back to Your Active Life!🌟
Don’t let shoulder pain limit your movement. Schedule a consultation with Dr. A. Mohan Krishna at Bones and Joints Clinic today. 🏃♂️💨
📍 Visit us at: APOLLO HOSPITALS, JUBILLE HILLS
MOHANS BONES & JOINTS CLINIC, MANIKONDA
📞 Book an Appointment: 9398664291
🌐 Website: www.bonesandjointsclinic.com