Rotator cuff syndrome
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What is it?
The rotator cuff is made up of a group of tendons and muscles that provide stability and mobility to the shoulder. When this part of the body is injured, inflamed or, in more serious cases, torn, In the case of a pain, a sharp pain that intensifies with certain movements and is known as a rotator cuff syndrome.
There is no age to suffer from this type of condition, from young athletes to older people, as their muscles and tendons wear out as part of ageing. Although they are also prone to people who have repetitive work, painters and carpenters.
Causes
There are many proven causes of rotator cuff injuries. In the majority of cases the main cause is the age, The most susceptible to such a disease are people over the age of 40.
Perform repetitive movements This is counterproductive as the muscles and tendons wear out, which is why people who work in painting or carpentry can suffer from this ailment.
Also, practising certain types of sports such as tennis, baseball and basketball, increases the likelihood of rotator cuff pain.
In addition to these common causes, there are others such as a fall or sleeping every night on the same arm.
Although the intensity of the injury will depend on the degree of the injury, in the most severe cases, strength is lost to the extent that certain movements or lifting of the affected arm are prevented.
The pain is not always constant, sometimes only occurring at certain times of the day and especially at night during sleep.
Prevention
The best way to prevent rotator cuff syndrome is through good nutrition. exercise routine, especially those that contribute to the strengthening of the shoulder muscles.
If you are an athlete, it is necessary that you always do the following stretching exercises, This contributes to greater mobility in the arms and minimises the chances of muscle strain.
Also, if you have a painful shoulder, it is advisable to see a specialist to prevent the pain from progressing. The care we offer at Salud Quiropráctica can contribute to a significant improvement with manual adjustments to strengthen the muscles and maintain the body's range of motion.
Types
This syndrome can be classified according to its cause and stage into the types described below:
TendinitisTendonitis occurs when the tendons that make up the rotator cuff become inflamed. This happens in many cases when this area is hit by a fall and the tendons are pressed by another part of the shoulder, either a bone or tendon.
Rotator cuff tear: In this type, the tendons and muscles of the shoulder are torn, either partially or completely. The causes for this can vary, but most often it is due to wear and tear caused by age or an accident.
Chronic inflammation: This type of injury occurs when inflammation of the tendons and muscles that make up the rotator cuffs is not addressed promptly, which in turn leads to wear and tear on the tendon.
Rotator cuff tear: A rotator cuff tear occurs at the level of its muscles or tendons. When this happens, surgery is performed to prevent further aggravation of the injury.
Diagnosis
Para poder brindar un valoración certero, es necesario conocer todos las manifestaciones que presenta el persona y la constancia del dolor, así como realizar un physical examination to look for sore spots, loss of strength or stiffness. It is also important to to know the medical history del persona y cuáles son las actividades cotidianas que este realiza.
On occasion, it may be necessary to imaging tests (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) in order to be able to see each part of the shoulder in detail and to rule out other conditions.
Treatment
There are several ways to treat rotator cuff syndrome. When it is mild, it will be sufficient keeping the arm at rest, It is important to make light movements to prevent stiffness in the shoulder joints. It is also advisable to apply cryotherapy (cold) to the affected area.
It is also common in traditional medicine to administer drugs to reduce pain and inflammation, hence the prescription of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and muscle relaxants taken or injected.
However, there is no point in treating pain superficially or hiding it for a while, which is what drugs do, but for a real improvement, the problem must be tackled at the root.
En Salud Quiropráctica le hemos brindado alivio a una gran cantidad de personas, sin necesidad de usar fármacos ni camuflar las manifestaciones. En nuestros centros de Valencia, y Alzira, recibirás atención personalizada para poder aplicarte un enfoque a la medida que contribuirá a la recuperación del manguito rotador y a prevenir una intervención quirúrgica.
Risk factors
There are external factors that can influence such an injury, including:
Work activityWorking with computers involves keeping the shoulders in the same position for a long time and this causes stiffness and tension. Also, bricklayers, carpenters, painters and people in similar trades make repetitive movements with their arms, which increases the chances of suffering from the disease.
Genetic factorsSome studies have shown that rotator cuff injuries are common in certain families, so some genetic component is thought to play a role.
Age: Rotator cuff injuries or tears are very common in people over the age of forty. The reason is that the muscles and tendons weaken over the years.
Complications
If a sore shoulder is not treated in a timely and appropriate manner, it can lose the full or partial mobility of the affected shoulder and arm, the pain could become chronic and provoke a joint degeneration.
En nuestras sedes de Valencia, y Alzira, recibirás atención de calidad con el objetivo de aliviar y eliminar el dolor y rigidez que sientes en los manguitos rotadores y ayudarte a recuperar por completo la movilidad. Visítanos y ponte en manos expertas.
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