A rotator cuff tear is a partial or complete severing of the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder, usually due to injury. A strain is different, as it involves an overstretch of the tendons. The ...
A shoulder arthrogram is a technique that uses contrast dye to identify specific shoulder injuries. It’s used in X-rays, CT scans, or MRI scans to highlight areas of soft tissue damage. It’s very ...
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Shoulder pain can be more than just an inconvenience, it might be a sign of something serious. One of the most common causes is a rotator cuff tear, an injury that affects ...
Four muscles and their tendons make up the rotator cuff; they smooth arm motion and stabilize the shoulder joint. The supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis aid the shoulder when ...
A new way to regenerate muscle could help repair the damaged shoulders of millions of people every year. The technique uses advanced materials to encourage muscle growth in rotator cuff muscles. Tears ...