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Hi. i got a little tear in my rotator cuff in a traffic accident. in theory, is it possible to speed up recovery with some kind of stereoids?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
PT + Injection : Depending on the severity of the tear, steroid injection in conjunction with physical therapy may be a good option. The steroid will decrease inflammation and pain and may allow you to participate in a more meaningful therapy. There is more than one type of rct which in turn dictates the most appropriate form of treatment.
Answered 5/14/2013
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The tear: Does not have the capacity to heal on its own. Inflammation will decrease but steroids are always a bad idea.
Answered 9/28/2016
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