Rotator Cuff Tear/Subacromial Impingement

Ms S is presented right shoulder pain due to partial tear of her supraspinatus and sub-acromial bursitis, mainly due to age-related degeneration. She reported pain during activities such as reaching overhead and backwards. On examination, she had reduced postural control, shoulder range of motion and muscle weakness. She is currently improving gradually with the use of ultrasound to improve the healing of the torn tendon and appropriate exercise rehabilitation to improve her range and strength. The following exercises will be provided at different phases of recovery:

  • Postural correction

  • Scapular control

  • Stretching of chest and posterior rotator cuff

  • Active assisted and active shoulder range of motion

  • Progressive upper limb strengthening

  • Functional exercises