Rotator Cuff Syndrome/Strain
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
Rotator Cuff Syndrome/Strain
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
Rotator Cuff Syndrome/Strain
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
How to Identify Rotator Cuff Syndrome and the AMIT Solution
Rotator cuff syndrome covers strains, tendon irritation, and tears of the four muscles that keep the top of the arm bone centered in the shoulder socket. The typical signs are a dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night, especially lying on that side, and weakness when lifting or rotating the arm. Rotator cuff tears are a common cause of shoulder pain and disability in adults; each year almost 2 million people in the U.S. see a doctor for them.
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients with a rotator cuff tear. Whether the cuff muscles are firing properly again is what decides how the shoulder holds up afterward.
A rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, helping stabilize the head of the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket.
Rotator cuff injuries can range from strains to tears, with severe cases requiring surgical repair if not treated properly. This is one of the non-surgical shoulder and wrist treatment AMIT addresses by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
Who Is Most at Risk?
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Surgical Indications
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator cuff injuries are commonly caused by:
Sports Injuries: Sports that involve repeated overhead motions, such as baseball or tennis, can strain the rotator cuff.
Repetitive Stress: Repeated lifting or pulling, especially heavy objects, can damage the muscles and tendons.
Bone Spurs: In older adults, bone spurs can form and wear down the tendons, leading to injury.
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Typical symptoms include:
Dull or Deep Ache: This pain may worsen at night and disturb sleep.
Difficulty Moving the Arm: Tasks like reaching behind the back or overhead may become painful.
Weakness in the Arm: Weakness, especially when lifting the arm, is a common sign of injury.
Some people also notice a crackling sensation when moving the shoulder in certain positions, and everyday tasks like combing your hair or reaching behind your back become harder.
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
A strain or tendon irritation means the muscles and tendons are overloaded and inflamed but still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or fully torn, most often away from the bone, and it most commonly involves the supraspinatus.
Tears happen in two ways:
Acute tear: From a fall on an outstretched arm or lifting something too heavy with a jerking motion. It usually causes intense pain, sometimes a snapping sensation, and immediate weakness in the upper arm.
Degenerative tear: Most tears come from the tendon slowly wearing down over time. Many of these are painless at first, and some cause no symptoms at all.
Plain X-rays are usually normal with rotator cuff problems because they do not show tendons; an MRI or ultrasound shows the tendon itself. Our article on rotator cuff tear vs. tendinitis explains the differences in more detail.
Who Is Most at Risk?
Because most rotator cuff tears are caused by normal wear that goes along with aging, people over 40 are at greater risk. Tears are also more common in the dominant arm. Younger people do get rotator cuff injuries from sports and overhead work, but in young adults most tears come from a traumatic injury, such as a fall. Repeated overhead motion in baseball, tennis, swimming, and volleyball, and jobs like construction and painting, raise the risk at any age.
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
What Happens During a Rotator Cuff Injury?
Rotator cuff syndrome involves injury to one or more of the four shoulder muscles: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, or Subscapularis (often referred to as the SITS muscles). When these muscles are damaged, the attachments (entheses) become inflamed, causing pain whenever the muscles are used.
How Does AMIT Help?
Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) can quickly and effectively treat rotator cuff injuries by reactivating the injured muscles and reducing inflammation. AMIT realigns the shoulder muscles, improving function and relieving pain.
On a first visit we test each of the four rotator cuff muscles separately, along with the shoulder blade and chest muscles, and check how the arm moves overhead and behind the back. Testing the muscles individually is what shows which of the four has stopped responding. The visit takes about 40 minutes; what to expect explains how to prepare. Pain that comes mostly with overhead reaching may be shoulder impingement, and stiffness in every direction points to frozen shoulder.
Surgical Indications
If a patient doesn’t respond to AMIT therapy within two to three visits, it may indicate that the rotator cuff is torn and requires surgical intervention.
If you keep using a shoulder with a tear despite increasing pain, the damage can get worse, and the size of a tear can increase over time. That is why we track your response visit by visit.
Steps to Take If You Have Shoulder Pain
Consult a Certified AMIT Physician: At AMIT, we specialize in treating rotator cuff injuries using non-invasive methods. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Rehabilitation: After AMIT treatment, our team will guide you through exercises to strengthen and stabilize the shoulder, preventing further injuries.
Why Choose AMIT for Rotator Cuff Injuries?
Non-Invasive Treatment: AMIT offers a non-surgical approach to treating shoulder injuries.
Restores Shoulder Function: By reactivating the injured muscles, AMIT helps restore normal shoulder movement and alleviate pain.
Prevents Re-Injury: Correcting the muscle imbalances helps prevent future rotator cuff problems.
If you're experiencing shoulder pain, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique. A certified AMIT physician can help you recover faster and avoid surgery.
Call us today at 801.544.2355 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation.
Rotator Cuff Treatment in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics treats rotator cuff injuries at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. We see overhead athletes, people who strained a shoulder lifting or falling, and people over 40 whose shoulder has been aching for months. After a repair, our post-surgical rehabilitation article explains how we help with recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rotator Cuff Injuries
What are the signs of a rotator cuff injury?
A dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night especially when lying on that side, pain when lifting and lowering the arm, weakness when lifting or rotating it, and sometimes a crackling sensation with movement.
Can a rotator cuff tear heal without surgery?
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients. Continued pain is the main reason surgery is considered.
What is the difference between a rotator cuff strain and a tear?
A strain is an overloaded, irritated muscle or tendon that is still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or completely torn, most often away from the bone.
Who is most likely to tear a rotator cuff?
People over 40, because most tears come from age-related wear. Tears are more common in the dominant arm, and overhead sports and jobs raise the risk.
Will a rotator cuff injury show on an X-ray?
Usually not. X-rays show bone, not tendons, so they are often normal. An MRI or ultrasound is used to see the rotator cuff itself.
When does a rotator cuff injury need surgery?
Continued pain despite nonsurgical treatment is the main reason. Surgery may also be suggested for very active people who use their arms for overhead work or sports. At AMIT, no response within two to three visits can be a sign of a tear that needs a surgical opinion.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started:
How to Identify Rotator Cuff Syndrome and the AMIT Solution
Rotator cuff syndrome covers strains, tendon irritation, and tears of the four muscles that keep the top of the arm bone centered in the shoulder socket. The typical signs are a dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night, especially lying on that side, and weakness when lifting or rotating the arm. Rotator cuff tears are a common cause of shoulder pain and disability in adults; each year almost 2 million people in the U.S. see a doctor for them.
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients with a rotator cuff tear. Whether the cuff muscles are firing properly again is what decides how the shoulder holds up afterward.
A rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, helping stabilize the head of the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket.
Rotator cuff injuries can range from strains to tears, with severe cases requiring surgical repair if not treated properly. This is one of the non-surgical shoulder and wrist treatment AMIT addresses by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
Who Is Most at Risk?
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Surgical Indications
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator cuff injuries are commonly caused by:
Sports Injuries: Sports that involve repeated overhead motions, such as baseball or tennis, can strain the rotator cuff.
Repetitive Stress: Repeated lifting or pulling, especially heavy objects, can damage the muscles and tendons.
Bone Spurs: In older adults, bone spurs can form and wear down the tendons, leading to injury.
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Typical symptoms include:
Dull or Deep Ache: This pain may worsen at night and disturb sleep.
Difficulty Moving the Arm: Tasks like reaching behind the back or overhead may become painful.
Weakness in the Arm: Weakness, especially when lifting the arm, is a common sign of injury.
Some people also notice a crackling sensation when moving the shoulder in certain positions, and everyday tasks like combing your hair or reaching behind your back become harder.
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
A strain or tendon irritation means the muscles and tendons are overloaded and inflamed but still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or fully torn, most often away from the bone, and it most commonly involves the supraspinatus.
Tears happen in two ways:
Acute tear: From a fall on an outstretched arm or lifting something too heavy with a jerking motion. It usually causes intense pain, sometimes a snapping sensation, and immediate weakness in the upper arm.
Degenerative tear: Most tears come from the tendon slowly wearing down over time. Many of these are painless at first, and some cause no symptoms at all.
Plain X-rays are usually normal with rotator cuff problems because they do not show tendons; an MRI or ultrasound shows the tendon itself. Our article on rotator cuff tear vs. tendinitis explains the differences in more detail.
Who Is Most at Risk?
Because most rotator cuff tears are caused by normal wear that goes along with aging, people over 40 are at greater risk. Tears are also more common in the dominant arm. Younger people do get rotator cuff injuries from sports and overhead work, but in young adults most tears come from a traumatic injury, such as a fall. Repeated overhead motion in baseball, tennis, swimming, and volleyball, and jobs like construction and painting, raise the risk at any age.
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
What Happens During a Rotator Cuff Injury?
Rotator cuff syndrome involves injury to one or more of the four shoulder muscles: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, or Subscapularis (often referred to as the SITS muscles). When these muscles are damaged, the attachments (entheses) become inflamed, causing pain whenever the muscles are used.
How Does AMIT Help?
Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) can quickly and effectively treat rotator cuff injuries by reactivating the injured muscles and reducing inflammation. AMIT realigns the shoulder muscles, improving function and relieving pain.
On a first visit we test each of the four rotator cuff muscles separately, along with the shoulder blade and chest muscles, and check how the arm moves overhead and behind the back. Testing the muscles individually is what shows which of the four has stopped responding. The visit takes about 40 minutes; what to expect explains how to prepare. Pain that comes mostly with overhead reaching may be shoulder impingement, and stiffness in every direction points to frozen shoulder.
Surgical Indications
If a patient doesn’t respond to AMIT therapy within two to three visits, it may indicate that the rotator cuff is torn and requires surgical intervention.
If you keep using a shoulder with a tear despite increasing pain, the damage can get worse, and the size of a tear can increase over time. That is why we track your response visit by visit.
Steps to Take If You Have Shoulder Pain
Consult a Certified AMIT Physician: At AMIT, we specialize in treating rotator cuff injuries using non-invasive methods. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Rehabilitation: After AMIT treatment, our team will guide you through exercises to strengthen and stabilize the shoulder, preventing further injuries.
Why Choose AMIT for Rotator Cuff Injuries?
Non-Invasive Treatment: AMIT offers a non-surgical approach to treating shoulder injuries.
Restores Shoulder Function: By reactivating the injured muscles, AMIT helps restore normal shoulder movement and alleviate pain.
Prevents Re-Injury: Correcting the muscle imbalances helps prevent future rotator cuff problems.
If you're experiencing shoulder pain, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique. A certified AMIT physician can help you recover faster and avoid surgery.
Call us today at 801.544.2355 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation.
Rotator Cuff Treatment in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics treats rotator cuff injuries at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. We see overhead athletes, people who strained a shoulder lifting or falling, and people over 40 whose shoulder has been aching for months. After a repair, our post-surgical rehabilitation article explains how we help with recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rotator Cuff Injuries
What are the signs of a rotator cuff injury?
A dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night especially when lying on that side, pain when lifting and lowering the arm, weakness when lifting or rotating it, and sometimes a crackling sensation with movement.
Can a rotator cuff tear heal without surgery?
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients. Continued pain is the main reason surgery is considered.
What is the difference between a rotator cuff strain and a tear?
A strain is an overloaded, irritated muscle or tendon that is still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or completely torn, most often away from the bone.
Who is most likely to tear a rotator cuff?
People over 40, because most tears come from age-related wear. Tears are more common in the dominant arm, and overhead sports and jobs raise the risk.
Will a rotator cuff injury show on an X-ray?
Usually not. X-rays show bone, not tendons, so they are often normal. An MRI or ultrasound is used to see the rotator cuff itself.
When does a rotator cuff injury need surgery?
Continued pain despite nonsurgical treatment is the main reason. Surgery may also be suggested for very active people who use their arms for overhead work or sports. At AMIT, no response within two to three visits can be a sign of a tear that needs a surgical opinion.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started:
How to Identify Rotator Cuff Syndrome and the AMIT Solution
Rotator cuff syndrome covers strains, tendon irritation, and tears of the four muscles that keep the top of the arm bone centered in the shoulder socket. The typical signs are a dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night, especially lying on that side, and weakness when lifting or rotating the arm. Rotator cuff tears are a common cause of shoulder pain and disability in adults; each year almost 2 million people in the U.S. see a doctor for them.
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients with a rotator cuff tear. Whether the cuff muscles are firing properly again is what decides how the shoulder holds up afterward.
A rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, helping stabilize the head of the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket.
Rotator cuff injuries can range from strains to tears, with severe cases requiring surgical repair if not treated properly. This is one of the non-surgical shoulder and wrist treatment AMIT addresses by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
Who Is Most at Risk?
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Surgical Indications
Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator cuff injuries are commonly caused by:
Sports Injuries: Sports that involve repeated overhead motions, such as baseball or tennis, can strain the rotator cuff.
Repetitive Stress: Repeated lifting or pulling, especially heavy objects, can damage the muscles and tendons.
Bone Spurs: In older adults, bone spurs can form and wear down the tendons, leading to injury.
Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injuries
Typical symptoms include:
Dull or Deep Ache: This pain may worsen at night and disturb sleep.
Difficulty Moving the Arm: Tasks like reaching behind the back or overhead may become painful.
Weakness in the Arm: Weakness, especially when lifting the arm, is a common sign of injury.
Some people also notice a crackling sensation when moving the shoulder in certain positions, and everyday tasks like combing your hair or reaching behind your back become harder.
Rotator Cuff Strain vs. Rotator Cuff Tear
A strain or tendon irritation means the muscles and tendons are overloaded and inflamed but still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or fully torn, most often away from the bone, and it most commonly involves the supraspinatus.
Tears happen in two ways:
Acute tear: From a fall on an outstretched arm or lifting something too heavy with a jerking motion. It usually causes intense pain, sometimes a snapping sensation, and immediate weakness in the upper arm.
Degenerative tear: Most tears come from the tendon slowly wearing down over time. Many of these are painless at first, and some cause no symptoms at all.
Plain X-rays are usually normal with rotator cuff problems because they do not show tendons; an MRI or ultrasound shows the tendon itself. Our article on rotator cuff tear vs. tendinitis explains the differences in more detail.
Who Is Most at Risk?
Because most rotator cuff tears are caused by normal wear that goes along with aging, people over 40 are at greater risk. Tears are also more common in the dominant arm. Younger people do get rotator cuff injuries from sports and overhead work, but in young adults most tears come from a traumatic injury, such as a fall. Repeated overhead motion in baseball, tennis, swimming, and volleyball, and jobs like construction and painting, raise the risk at any age.
AMIT Treatment for Rotator Cuff Syndrome
What Happens During a Rotator Cuff Injury?
Rotator cuff syndrome involves injury to one or more of the four shoulder muscles: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, or Subscapularis (often referred to as the SITS muscles). When these muscles are damaged, the attachments (entheses) become inflamed, causing pain whenever the muscles are used.
How Does AMIT Help?
Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) can quickly and effectively treat rotator cuff injuries by reactivating the injured muscles and reducing inflammation. AMIT realigns the shoulder muscles, improving function and relieving pain.
On a first visit we test each of the four rotator cuff muscles separately, along with the shoulder blade and chest muscles, and check how the arm moves overhead and behind the back. Testing the muscles individually is what shows which of the four has stopped responding. The visit takes about 40 minutes; what to expect explains how to prepare. Pain that comes mostly with overhead reaching may be shoulder impingement, and stiffness in every direction points to frozen shoulder.
Surgical Indications
If a patient doesn’t respond to AMIT therapy within two to three visits, it may indicate that the rotator cuff is torn and requires surgical intervention.
If you keep using a shoulder with a tear despite increasing pain, the damage can get worse, and the size of a tear can increase over time. That is why we track your response visit by visit.
Steps to Take If You Have Shoulder Pain
Consult a Certified AMIT Physician: At AMIT, we specialize in treating rotator cuff injuries using non-invasive methods. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Rehabilitation: After AMIT treatment, our team will guide you through exercises to strengthen and stabilize the shoulder, preventing further injuries.
Why Choose AMIT for Rotator Cuff Injuries?
Non-Invasive Treatment: AMIT offers a non-surgical approach to treating shoulder injuries.
Restores Shoulder Function: By reactivating the injured muscles, AMIT helps restore normal shoulder movement and alleviate pain.
Prevents Re-Injury: Correcting the muscle imbalances helps prevent future rotator cuff problems.
If you're experiencing shoulder pain, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique. A certified AMIT physician can help you recover faster and avoid surgery.
Call us today at 801.544.2355 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation.
Rotator Cuff Treatment in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics treats rotator cuff injuries at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. We see overhead athletes, people who strained a shoulder lifting or falling, and people over 40 whose shoulder has been aching for months. After a repair, our post-surgical rehabilitation article explains how we help with recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rotator Cuff Injuries
What are the signs of a rotator cuff injury?
A dull, deep ache in the shoulder, pain at night especially when lying on that side, pain when lifting and lowering the arm, weakness when lifting or rotating it, and sometimes a crackling sensation with movement.
Can a rotator cuff tear heal without surgery?
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that nonsurgical treatment relieves pain and improves function in about 80 to 85% of patients. Continued pain is the main reason surgery is considered.
What is the difference between a rotator cuff strain and a tear?
A strain is an overloaded, irritated muscle or tendon that is still intact. A tear means the tendon is partly or completely torn, most often away from the bone.
Who is most likely to tear a rotator cuff?
People over 40, because most tears come from age-related wear. Tears are more common in the dominant arm, and overhead sports and jobs raise the risk.
Will a rotator cuff injury show on an X-ray?
Usually not. X-rays show bone, not tendons, so they are often normal. An MRI or ultrasound is used to see the rotator cuff itself.
When does a rotator cuff injury need surgery?
Continued pain despite nonsurgical treatment is the main reason. Surgery may also be suggested for very active people who use their arms for overhead work or sports. At AMIT, no response within two to three visits can be a sign of a tear that needs a surgical opinion.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started: