Question 1

what can be done for a torn shoulder tendon?

Accepted Answer

Torn shoulder tendon: If it is rotator cuff, possibly rest, pt, exercise, modalities, nsaids, inject. If not better and still weak, may consider surgery.

Question 2

how to a relieve a torn rotater cuff in shoulder?

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Get it fixed: A torn rotator cuff will not heal. Oral/injectable steroids may help relieve symptoms, temporarily. For long-term relief of symptoms and restoration of function, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is your best option. See a board certified orthopaedic surgeon to discuss your condition and treatment options.

Question 3

does a torn shoulder always require surgery to heal?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately yes: The tissues around the shoulder generally does not heal without surgery. However, sometimes non-operative management can achieve symptom relief and return of function despite the residual structural abnormality. Your orthopedic surgeon can inform you regarding the potential outcome with non-operative management for your particular shoulder problem.

Question 4

if shoulder tendons have been badly worn but not torn, do they repair over time and if so how long roughly can this take ?

Accepted Answer

Tendons: Generally do not repair over time, but muscles can.  If you can strengthen your muscles with physical therapy and exercise program, it might take over some of the shortcomings of your tendons.  See orthopedic surgeon for further advice.

Question 5

what can be done for torn ligaments in shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Exercise or surgery : If you fail exercise you will need the ligament repaired arthroscopically.

Question 6

i think i've torn a tendon in my right shoulder.?

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Possible: Try making a chicken wing like motion and lifting the shoulder up. If you can not lift it the first 20 degrees, you may have torn the suprapsinatus tendon which is commonly injured. However, you might just have a tendonitiis if you don't remember a trauma. If you can lift it 20 degrees but not further, you may have injured another rotator cuff muscle. See a family dr or sports dr for further eval.

Question 7

which test/exam can determine if my shoulder is fully recovered? (torn labrum, 6 month ago)

Accepted Answer

Need more info: If you did not have surgery then the labrum is still torn. This does not necessarily mean that you have to have surgery. Labral tears vary in size, location and associated symptoms. Often degenerative tears are treated conservatively, without surgery, and patients do quite well. Your orthopedist/ sports medicine physician can help you make this assessment. If you had surgery your doc will tell you.

Question 8

what are symptoms of a torn rotator cuff? i have been having pain in my shoulder for several weeks. its hard for me to move it certain ways

Accepted Answer

Roator cuff: Some of the symptoms are night pain, pain with overhead lifting, weakness in arm with lifting, popping sensation with motion.

Question 9

how should i treat a torn shoulder muscle?

Accepted Answer

See an ortho doc: A "torn shoulder muscle" most commonly refers to a rotator cuff tear. Some patients will have rotator cuff tears that are amenable to initial non-operative management while others will require more aggressive treatment to lessen the risk of long-term shoulder dysfunction. An orthopedic surgeon with an expertise in shoulders, after an office evaluation, can best advise you.

Question 10

can i be nauseous from the pain i am experiencing from torn labrum in shoulder ?

Accepted Answer

Pain and nausea: Severe pain has been associated with nausea at times, but localized shoulder pain typically does not do this. If you are aware of a labral tear, do you have a plan of treatment to repair this damage. One way to determine the association is to treat the pain and see if nausea resolves.

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