If the applied load exceeds the physiological capacity of the rotator cuff, the effect may be tendon upregulation. The first stage may be reactive tendinopathy and is predominantly seen in an acutely ...

Background Narrowing of the subacromial space has been noted as a common feature of rotator cuff (RC) tendinopathy. It has been implicated in the development of symptoms and forms the basis for some ...

Surgical repairs are mostly performed arthroscopically, involving the repair of the torn tendon and resecuring it to the ...

Calcific tendinitis is a condition in which calcium deposits build up in or around your rotator cuff, causing symptoms similar to those of frozen shoulder. The exact cause is unknown. A shoulder ...

Our final thoughts: If you have shoulder pain due to arthritis, impingement, bursitis, tendonitis, and/or rotator cuff tears, it may benefit you to consider a trial of hanging. Make sure your ...