Rotator Cuff (RTC) Injury

Rotator cuff injuries are common and often result from repetitive overhead movements or simply from aging. The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles and tendons that help stabilize the shoulder, and when injured, it can cause a dull ache in the upper shoulder and difficulty sleeping on that side. At Spine & Joint Solutions, treatment options range from anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy to targeted shoulder injections that can offer months of relief. For more lasting healing, regenerative medicine has shown great success in treating partial tears. Surgery is usually only considered if other treatments haven’t helped and pain or limited movement continues.