Rotator Cuff Injury
What is a Rotator Cuff Injury?
A "Rotator Cuff Injury" occurs when the rotator cuff tendons undergo inflammation, wear and tear, or even tearing due to overuse, age-related degeneration, or acute trauma.
Common Symptoms
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Shoulder Pain: The pain is usually located on the side or front of the shoulder and may radiate down to the upper arm.
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Arm Weakness: A feeling of weakness in the shoulder that affects your range of motion.
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Night Pain: Pain experienced while sleeping, which affects sleep quality.
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Clicking Sounds: You may hear a "clicking" sound when moving your shoulder.
Who is at Risk?
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Aging: The risk naturally increases with age.
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High-Risk Athletes: Those and athletes involved in frequent repetitive overhead movements.
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Accidental Injury: Such as falling onto the shoulder.
Physiotherapy Treatment
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Modalities: Using Focused Shockwave Therapy, Electromagnetic Therapy, etc., to promote tissue repair.
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Manual Therapy / Acupuncture
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Therapeutic Exercise: Strengthening rotator cuff muscle groups and improving scapular stability.
Home Care & Prevention
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Acute Phase Care: Avoid movements that cause pain and apply ice moderately.
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Watch Your Posture
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Progress Gradually: Exercise intensity should be adjusted and increased gradually.
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Appropriate Activity: Keep the joint flexible.
When to Seek Professional Help?
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Shoulder pain persists and does not improve after rest.
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There is significant weakness in the arm, or you are unable to actively lift your arm high.
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Night pain is severely affecting your sleep quality.
Enquiry or Appointment
If you would like to book an assessment, please contact us via phone or WhatsApp.
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Phone: 6706 1944
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Address: Shop UG13, Upper Ground Floor, Ka Wai Plaza, 24 Ma Tau Wai Road, Hung Hom, Kowloon