Your rotator cuff is comprised of the muscles and tendons surrounding your shoulder joint. Sometimes, the rotator cuff can become torn or injured due to repetitive overhead motions performed in sports (such as baseball) or jobs (such as carpentry.) Those who experience rotator cuff injuries generally report a dull ache deep in their shoulder, arm weakness, difficulty reaching behind their back, and disturbed sleep due to pain. At Foundation Therapy, our natural and non-invasive methods can help relieve your shoulder pain and aid in the recovery of your rotator cuff injury.
While rotator cuff injuries sometimes require surgery if they are severe enough, there are several cases where physical therapy treatments can work just as well (if not better) than surgery. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, “A recent study from Finland asserts that when it comes to the treatment of non-traumatic rotator cuff tears, physical therapy alone produces results equal to those produced by arthroscopic surgery and open surgical repair.” In this same study, a follow-up on 167 patients receiving physical therapy alone for their rotator cuff injuries, demonstrated that conservative treatment, such as physical therapy, should be considered as the primary treatment for this condition.
At Foundation Therapy, we will conduct a physical evaluation and diagnostic tests to determine if you do indeed have a rotator cuff tear, and we will design a personalized treatment plan based on the needs of your diagnosis. Specialized techniques, such as ice and heat therapies, manual therapies, or ultrasound may be used to relieve pain, reduce swelling, and enhance function. Gentle stretches and exercises may also be prescribed to improve your posture and the range of motion of your shoulder.
If you are in Bridgeport, Decatur, Runaway Bay, Paradise, Chico, Alvord, Sunset, Jacksboro, Bowie, Boyd, or the counties of Wise, Jack, and Montague, and you are suffering from a rotator cuff injury, request an appointment with one of our specialists at Foundation Therapy. Our dedicated Bridgeport, TX physical therapists will provide you with some much-needed relief and get you started on your path toward recovery!