Is it possible to have two torn rotator cuffs?

Is it possible to have two torn rotator cuffs?

Most people who have surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff regain function. It’s possible to tear the same tendon again, especially if the first tear was bigger than 1 inch. A re-tear that causes severe pain or loss of movement may require surgery.

Can a torn rotator cuff cause permanent damage?

Without treatment, rotator cuff problems may lead to permanent loss of motion or weakness, and may result in progressive degeneration of the shoulder joint.

Is a torn rotator cuff life threatening?

A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that can occur within your shoulder’s rotator cuff tendons. Generally, this kind of issue occurs due to injury or overuse. While rotator cuff tears are not life-threatening, if you do not seek out medical attention, they can limit your movement and cause chronic pain.

Can you have both frozen shoulder and a torn rotator cuff?

Some partial rotator cuff tears may go unnoticed because they don’t always cause pain. A condition called frozen shoulder can sometimes mimic the symptoms of partial rotator cuff tears. Treatment is not necessary if there is no pain associated with the partial rotator cuff tear. Surgery is rarely necessary.

Can you have both shoulders operated at the same time?

Many patients have bilateral disease (both sides right and left), and I have performed a number of bilateral (double) shoulder replacement surgeries. Typically we do one side first (either the dominant arm or the more painful side) and then come back anywhere from six weeks to four months to do the other side.

Can you live with a torn rotator cuff?

Even though most tears cannot heal on their own, good function can often be achieved without surgery. If, however, you are active and use your arm for overhead work or sports, then surgery is most often recommended because many tears will not heal without surgery.

What are the long term effects of a torn rotator cuff?

Untreated chronic inflammation due to a partially torn rotator cuff tendon could lead to a full-thickness tear and eventually progress to shoulder arthritis at which point you may not be able to raise your arm overhead due to shoulder weakness and pain.

How can I fix my rotator cuff without surgery?

Many rotator cuff tears can be treated nonsurgically. Anti-inflammatory medication, steroid injections, and physical therapy may all be of benefit in treating symptoms of a cuff tear. The goals of treatment are to relieve pain and restore strength to the involved shoulder.

What is a Grade 3 rotator cuff tear?

The normal rotator cuff is 10–12 mm thick; thus, grade 3 tears are considered significant tears involving more than 50% of the cuff thickness (,63).

What happens if you have a torn rotator cuff?

A partial or complete rotator cuff tear makes it difficult to raise and move your arm. You may have shoulder pain and arm weakness. Rotator cuff injuries are common, especially as you get older. Rest, pain relievers and physical therapy can help. Some people need surgery to reattach a torn rotator cuff.

When is a partial rotator cuff repair possible?

Partial rotator cuff repair: When a large rotator cuff tear is determined to be beyond repair, surgery to make the tear smaller may be possible. During a surgery when debridement is performed, some portion of the rotator cuff may be repaired.

What kind of surgery is needed for a rotator cuff tear?

These treatment options may include: Shoulder debridement surgery (abrasion arthroplasty): In this situation, your surgeon is doing a “cleanup” procedure on the shoulder. Partial rotator cuff repair: When a large rotator cuff tear is determined to be beyond repair, surgery to make the tear smaller may be possible.

When to seek medical care for rotator cuff tears?

Sometimes, rotator cuff tears may occur as a result of a single injury. In those circumstances, medical care should be provided as soon as possible. Extensive rotator cuff tears may require surgical repair, transfer of alternative tendons or joint replacement. Video Player is loading. This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window.