Rotator Cuff Injury

This muscle group, which is involved in much of the motion of the shoulder, can become injured very easily with repetitive motion activity, such as tennis, pitching, bowling or any other activity using the shoulder. Pain will typically be in the shoulder joint, or just behind the shoulder. Like other repetitive motion injuries, the likelihood of a greater injury, such as a rotator cuff tear, increases if initial symptoms are ignored. Treatment consists of:

• Reduce activity during the acute phase.
• Icing the area of involvement, especially after exercise.
• Have someone perform trigger point treatment to the involved muscles.
• Consider use of Thera-Cane or similar product.
• Include either a pharmaceutical or all-natural anti-inflammatory.