Question 1

what is the best way to heal the torn tendons around my left shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Physical therapy: The exact approach depends on the degree of tear (partial vs. Total) and also on the amount of pain and presence of other symptoms. You want to avoid movements that aggravate your shoulder. Also, if the pain is severe, brief period of immobilization may be required. Range of motion exercises either at home or through physical therapy may be helpful. Pain control (pills, topical rubs etc).

Question 2

what is the best way to heal the torn tendons around my left shoulder? i feel no pain. i've had this problem since last year april. tried physio

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Therapy for strength: You need to re engage normal strength and range of motion, otherwise you are looking at a lot of disability down the road.

Question 3

how long does it take torn tendons in the foot to heal naturally without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Months: Could take months depending on how severe the injury is.

Question 4

how long does it take torn tendons in the foot to heal, if you cop out of surgery?

Accepted Answer

Rethink: More importantly, make sure you undestand the potential complications of not fixing the tendons. Some are vital for foot function and you don't want to "cripple" yourself. There are some that if torn, may not make so much of a difference. Just, make sure your doctor explains this all to you.  "copping out" implies you are afraid, just make the decision for the right reasons.

Question 5

what is the best treatment for torn tendons?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends which tendon and how bad the tear is.

Question 6

how to tell if you have torn tendons in your ankle?

Accepted Answer

Physical exam: Ultrasound, MRI are all helpful....

Question 7

flat footed and torn tendons. what is my future in dance?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Look, you were dancing before and flatfooted so that part is not new. It depends which tendon you are referring to. If it is the posterior tibial tendon chances are the tears are longitudinal. Conservative a=care would be orthotics. Then there is always the surgical route. There are stages of adult acquired flatfoot, so depends where you fall in that system. Hopefully, you aren't that bad.

Question 8

how long is the recovery period for repairing torn tendons?

Accepted Answer

Variable: From  2 to 6 weeks on rest.

Question 9

do lupus patients experience torn tendons more easily than non lupus patients?

Accepted Answer

Not normally: Tendinitis is more common but torn tendons are not a typical feature of the disease.  They can sometimes occur after injections, with steroid therapy, or with certain other medications.  Sle can also cause almost anything even though this would be unusual.

Question 10

what can you do about torn tendons in your ankle?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the ankle: And allow them to heal, or surgically repair them.

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