Rotator cuff injuries often occur in people who perform overhead motions in either sports or in their jobs. Most of the time, degeneration or attrition of the rotator cuff is the underlying cause of these issues. Athletes like archers, tennis players, and baseball players have a greater risk of having a rotator cuff injury. The same is true with people whose jobs require repetitive overhead activities or heavy lifting over a long time. The risk of having this injury also increases with age, as rotator cuff tears are most common in individuals over the age of 40.
People with rotator cuff injury can experience pain that may be described as a dull, deep ache in the shoulder. Because of the injury, it becomes painful to lie on the affected shoulder, in effect, disturbing sleep. Arm weakness and difficulty reaching behind your back or combing your hair can also be experienced. Continue reading
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