How is a supraspinatus tendon tear similar to a rope? Poorly defined large full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus and infraspinatus tendon measuring at least 2 cm in anteroposterior dimension. These tears can be painful. Time passed. Instead specific movements are required, these shouldn't cause pain while performing the exercise. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. These include: pain that gets worse at night. If you are seeing the orthopedic surgeon it is a good idea to tell them about therapies you have received and about your persistent pain. Some days later, I was called back to the VA so they could tell me what they found. Im a bodybuilder for years but I'm getting old. P.S. Pain is moderate. The rotator cuff tendons cover the head of the humerus (upper arm bone), helping you to raise and rotate your arm. You may find it interesting to note that a prior subacriomial decompression is not necessarily an indication that future surgery to address other injuries or further biomechanical problems will not be successful. Keep in touch to let us know how you go. The rotator cuff exercises should not cause pain while the exercise is being performed. @anonymous: Hi LB, Sorry for the delay, I have been away for visiting family for a week or so. I have full range of motion and only occasional soreness now and again, but can't sleep on that side. I had a fall at my workplace and was suffering neck and shoulder pain. Re-attaching the tendon to the bone as you have described is a substantial surgery, the first months of recovery after this type of surgery are very important to ensure that the tendon does not detach / rupture and optimal recovery can occur. She did an MRI and said it was tendonosis, and suggested PT. Make sure you understand their explanation of what problems are occurring around you shoulder and what treatment options are available to you. I had subacromial decompression February 2010 a year after a motor vehicle injury (I am currently a 34 year old female). I received today my results of a CT Scan from my right shoulder, which I had an accident like 5 months ago. I know that since it has been years since seeing a dr about it that I should make an appointment, but what is your opinion of my situation? I am 55 and active, so I don't want to hurt my "golden" years, so I am not sure what to think. The MRI report says: 1. very large, nearly complete tear of the supraspinatus tendon from the tendon insertion with 1cm retraction of tendon fibers. Good luck with your decision! The type of repair performed is based on the findings at surgery. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that come together as tendons to form a "cuff," or cover, over the head of the humerus (upper arm bone). When a radiologist looks at an MRI scan, he or she must make a judgment about the type of the rotator cuff changes. The Physician is online now Related Medical Questions Surgical repairs can be compromised when post-operative instructions are not followed, so if you have surgery make sure you know exactly what you should and should not do! If it has been a while since the MRI, this may involve getting another one (as tendinosis can weaken the tendon, which may in turn lead to larger tears or even a complete rupture), it may also involve a trial of PT or a referral directly to an orthopedic surgeon. I am disappointed not to have been referred to a surgeon, but I have to admit the exercises have already helped me sleep better. Couldn't even lay down. If you have persistent pain or weakness in your shoulder that does not improve with nonsurgical treatment. They do reveal most substantial soft tissue injuries, but they are only as useful as the person interpreting them is skilled. There are many sub-types of SLAP tears and varying severity. People who have partial thickness supraspinatus tendon tears following a fall or mechanical trauma often report similar symptoms to people with whiplash associated disorders (aka whiplash). The radiomics model of no tears or tears achieved a high overall accuracy of 93.6%, sensitivity of 91.6%, and specificity of 95.2% for supraspinatus tendon tears. In layman terms, I would say this means your supraspinatus tendon has probably been irritated for quite a while, and has a small tear near where it attaches to the bone (but tendon is currently still attached). Questions: 1. I'm not sure whether the doctor you mentioned is a family physician / general practitioner or an orthopedic consultant / surgeon. Typically, you will feel pain in the front of your shoulder that radiates down the side of your arm. [2] However, there are certainly injuries and structures other than rotator cuff tears that can cause some of the symptoms Tim described above. Good luck! However, I would also want to be honest with the surgeon in letting them know that an orthopedic surgeon had previously been consulted and that a second opinion was being sought. Starting with Physio treatment is a good idea. I was referred to a surgeon who stated that they could not repair the rotator cuff due to the size of the tear from a surgical standpoint. The blue arrows represent a full-thickness tear in the supraspinatus tendon, which is the most common site for rotator cuff tears. To recap I have had debridement and subacromial decompression, am 34 years old and now have arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis and impingement. infraspinatus tendon had full-thickness tear . At age 74, not sure whether to endure surgery with hard rehab and recovery or continue with PT . Of course, I am sure his orthopedic surgeon will be able to give good advice in this regard (after a full clinical assessment etc.). It must have been quite a knock, there is some quite serious damage there. Three kids will no doubt also be keeping you busy and missing out sleep because of your shoulder pain doesn't sound like much fun. Failure to do so increases the risk of progression to a supraspinatus tendon full thickness tear. Pain can also be brought on by laying on the side. (Right) A full-thickness tear in the supraspinatus tendon. Even though surgery repairs the defect in the tendon, the muscles around the arm remain weak, and a strong effort at rehabilitation is necessary for the procedure to succeed. I'm not really sure how the whole army doctor situation works while you are on deployment, but I think if you have ongoing symptoms then it is worth making sure the appropriate people know. The tendons may tear from their attachment either after an injury such as a fall or from long-term wear and tear. If your doctor does end up recommending surgery, make sure you have a good chat about what to expect after the specific surgery they are planning. No visible labral tear. Especially since my injury has gotten worse instead of better. Also an ex ray of my shoulder "Demonstrate my humeral head close to abutting my acromion. Very much appreciated. I am aware than many clinicians who administer prolotherapy advocate for its benefits though. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. ), but not so good with the finer movements (better performed by the muscles in the forearm and hand). If you do opt for surgery. I still have periodic pain that will radiate from the back of my shoulder, down my tricep, and over my bicep. I am 67 years old and am an artist and my left arm which is the one in question is my dominate arm. If you get a chance, drop by and let us know how you go with your recovery! I appreciate your thoughts on this matter. If you are in doubt, don't be afraid to get a second opinion. I tried to figure out what the onset was, but could never figure it out, it just seemed completely random. Your orthopedist may now be recommending a rotator cuff surgery or management with non-surgical methods. Modify Sport Techniques . The lack of a normal amount of synovial fluid in the joint space could potentially be a sign of adhesive capsulitis (also known as frozen shoulder) among some people. It would be particularly unusual for a radiologist to see a tear that was non-existent (perhaps more likely to miss one that was hard to see than to see one that is not there). Thanks for stopping by, you have raised some very good questions. . I am unable to carry any significant weight. Either way, don't be afraid to ask your surgeon lots of questions (likelihood of success in your case, what will happen after surgery, recovery time-frames etc.). Good luck! This sounds like a difficult situation. @brando87: Thanks brando87, that's what I aim for! Because of the return of the recent pain, a another MRI was ordered and the Radiologist wrote: "1. What ever recommendation you received, you are looking up more information on line. if applied to the common anterior supraspinatus tendon tear, the term full thickness means that if the tear is viewed . This study was done in order to identify stages of rotator cuff tears that signal the need for surgery. Also not sure how long I should wait. My story is a little lengthy, but I am desperate to find some insight for anyone that could help. @anonymous: Hi Vicki, I'm glad the information was useful to you. This is possibly caused by microdamage to the tendon that is painful and can weaken it over time. I am really concerned about success rates for revision surgery. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. There is a small band of hyperintensity on the footprint attachment of the anterior aspect of supraspintus in keeping with tendinopathy -small unretracted intra-substance tear. The supraspinatus tendon runs from the muscle body through quite a narrow gap under the acromion. This was caused by contact with another person and (I'm self diagnosing) some prior existing minor tendon tears. I took a not so graceful fall on a sidewalk about 9 weeks ago and landed on my shoulder. @anonymous: Hi Donna, I am sorry to hear about this trouble you are having with your shoulder. However, in some cases, the better option may be to consider surgery sooner rather than later (e.g. Shoulder arthroscopy and rotator cuff repair (supraspinatus repair) is the best treatment option with a 90 to 95 % success rate. It has been helpful. only taking out for prescribed exercises (e.g. There are generally (at least) two main foci when considering whether to have surgery soon or to delay as long as possible. I'm only 38 and am not willing to give up everything I love doing and from what I read there are many more options available. Based on the information you have provided above, I would say there are several structures that could potentially be causing this ongoing problem, of which a supraspinatus tendon tear is one (but is difficult to speculate without a physical examination / seeing the MRI etc. The soft tissues in their neck that were affected by the initial trauma may actually have healed, but they may still be feeling discomfort. You should not feel pain in the shoulder during the movement. A rotator cuff tear can be caused by an acute injury such as a fall or by normal age-related wear and tear combined with tendon degeneration. List of pain and limited mobility for about a week. It is also worth knowing there are just some jobs that seem to take a heavy toll on shoulders / supraspinatus tendons (unfortunately I think painter / sheet rock installer / any occupation where you need to hold things up above shoulder or head height are right at the top of that list). With complete tears, the tendon has come off (detached) from where it was attached to the bone. Edema is seen involving an intracapsular segment of biceps tendon with possible interstitial tears. All rights reserved. The pain is mostly in neck and shoulder blade and collar. What does all that mean in simple layman terms? @anonymous: Hi Hans, Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. If you get a chance drop by again and let us know how you went. Most people with ongoing pain will usually try the conservative interventions before considering surgery. If your tendon were to completely rupture while you were pregnant, this may be very problematic. @anonymous: Hi Bobby, Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Shoulder muscles are very good for stabilizing the ball and socket joint and making large movements (to help lift things, throw objects etc. I found the information good. It may be helpful to think of the rotator cuff as a group of muscles and each muscle is connected to the bone via a tendon. massive cuff tears. bone spurs and/or rotator cuff tears. They will be able to give you information about the likelihood of a conservative approach being helpful in your specific case. They will be able to tell you the likelihood of a supraspinatus tear and adhesive capsulitis (or any other pathology), as well as the recommended course of action for your particular circumstance. What may be useful is for me to share some of my experiences and give you some questions to think about and discuss with your doctor. I received my first steroid injection treatment during the summer of 2011 and went through a lengthy 6 moth physical therapy treatment. I have a second opinion on Monday. sir i am a shuttle badminton player.. i got injury on my shoulder .. doc told to tke MRI scan.. after taking MRI scan these are the final impressions.. 1.partial tear in the supraspinatus tendon at the level of insertion in the greater tubersity for a length of about 15mm with intact insertion, 2 partial tear in the anterior superior labrum. Does the fact that it mentions there is some retraction mean the tendon is completely torn or is it possible it is only partly torn. The incident happened on Sept 25 and it is now Nov 10. Good luck! They loaded the muscles under three separate conditions: 1) rotator cuff . twice, second time relief only lasted 5 minutes) finally local doc ordered M.R.I. and seemed to be doing ok with Cortisone shots. Medium. If your surgeon does recommend surgery, be sure to ask about the likely recovery times and how long your arm movements will be restricted for. Frequently, patients who require surgery will report pain at night and difficulty using the arm for lifting and reaching. In many cases, surgery is required. Rotator cuff exercises will usually be important for anyone looking to return to a racket sport following a supraspinatus tendon tear or shoulder labrum tear (or even someone looking to prevent those injuries). Also can I try a more Conservative approach and see a phy therapist that specializes in shoulders before any surgery. In most patients the supraspinatus tendon is the most vulnerable and 90% of rotator cuff tears involve this tendon. Good luck! Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. Massive. I have not returned back. A tendon is similar to a rope and you can compare the suprasinatus tendon to an inch wide . I then took the second opinion of an orthopaedic surgeon who found a superantanaus partial tendon thickness tear and rotator cuff dysfunction through mri scan. How do you repair a rotator cuff tear? In September '12 I had surgery to reattach both the right rotator supra and infraspinatus with excellent results. If in doubt call your surgeons office. Here I am 5 days post op. In some cases, surgery to repair the tendon is also required. I'll go check out some of your Lenses. Some will have more training, experience or ability in helping patients to overcome the biomechanical factors that can cause shoulder impingement and supraspinatus tears. This may give you relief, even if you have been getting symptoms for a few years. Moderately large joint effusion. This tear leaves only a very thin layer of intact cuff at the site, no impingement, labrum is intact. Should this shoulder have an MRI? Adhesive capsulitis will usually last at least 5 or 6 months (often considerably longer). Always been natural. Sometimes, it is difficult to tell from people recalling what happened whether a shoulder has been dislocated. Good luck with it. Thanks for stopping by and sharing. No, it may not be too late to get relief. Mary Kay. After a formal assessment, they will be able to prescribe a course of rehabilitative exercises or recommend surgery. Many professions require repetitive or heavy overhead work (roof plasterer etc.). . I have continued to have problems with my arm and initially was told that I had a partial tear of my rotator cuff. It will be worth developing a good relationship with your doctor (and physical therapist) who can help you do the right things to recover as quickly as possible. i d glad if ortopedist or physiotherapist reply ansver. I do not want a metal shoulder. Most people who do have surgery experience acute pain during the first few days (although the acute pain medications usually help with this). Surgery to repair those types of injuries would mean the arm would have to be not used (at all) for at least a couple of months (maybe quite a few months before back to being able to work normally). This will help you figure out what you are deciding between. So my tear went from a near full thickness tear to a full thickness tear. First thing to say is that when the best way forward seems uncertain to someone, seeking a second opinion is usually not a bad idea. Many will report ongoing symptoms despite several months of medication and limited use of the arm. You're more likely to be at risk of a supraspinatus tear if: you're over the age of 40. There is supraspinatus muscular atrophy. On the other hand, you will also need to ask about the likelihood of decent recovery without surgery. Partial or full thickness tears that are not complete ruptures are generally far more common than complete ruptures (not common, but require surgery with some level of urgency). While it is estimated that 65-70% of all shoulder pain involves the rotator cuff tendon, it has been estimated that 5 to 40 % of people without shoulder pain have full-thickness tears of the rotator cuff. This website also contains material copyrighted by third parties. will consult surgeon next week. This sounds like quite a pain (literally). Subcortical reactive changes superiorly and laterally at the humeral head are present. This type of test uses sound waves to produce images of structures within your body, particularly soft tissues such as muscles and tendons. However it does bother me when i open the car door and my current range of left arm is restricted when i left up straight. It is not very common that two orthopedic specialists would have very different opinions on what is wrong with your shoulder (although does happen from time to time). From the information you have provided it is difficult to say whether surgery will be needed. RESULTS: Arthroscopy revealed 21 full-thickness tears, five bursal surface partial-thickness tears, 10 articular surface partial-thickness tears, and 14 patients without tear of the supraspinatus tendon. Hopefully your orthopedic surgeon conducted a physical examination to help determine the relative contribution of the partial thickness supraspinatus tendon tear versus whiplash. Dr Mike, Please help me understand what options I might have or questions to ask the surgeon about my full thickness rotator cuff tear. pendulum), which should be undertaken ensuring correct technique). Arthroscopy 1994;10(5):518-523. When he says your tendon is failing, I think what he is trying to convey is that once some strands of a rope start to break, then there is more load on the remaining strands which may cause more strands to break (and then more load on remaining individual strands, more strands tear and so on). The supraspinatus muscle provides stability to the glenohumeral joint and is a frequent source of pain and disability. ), while others do not. When getting a second opinion from another surgeon. Getting a second opinion when you are not sure about your first is also often a good idea. Full thickness tears: usually categorized by size in centimeters. I worked closely with a physiotherapist for a good four months and pain got worse. left supraspinatus tendon tear,so what the process of curing? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). No black and white answer for this one I'm afraid. Instantly a wave of incredible pain came over my entire arm, generating from the back of my shoulder all the way down to my hand. What does he mean by my tendon is failing? Pitchers, swimmers, and tennis players are common examples. Information on this topic is also available as an, from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. I'm just about at the point of desperation here. is likely to be required if you want less shoulder pain. There also is mild tendinosis of the infraspinatus at the footprint. substantial trauma from a fall), or from repeated microtrauma (e.g due to biomechanics + / - age-associated changes). Sought 2 nd opinion 3weeks later due to the server pain. dr mike,a i got an mri shoulder pain, the surgen said it was adhesive capsulitis and with about 6 weeks of pt it would be fine, but the mri report also said there was a tear, the doctor said the report was wrong, needless to say i got a second opinion, the next doctor ordered a new mri and he suggest surgery , i am at a loss, should i get a 3rd opinion just to be sure? However, trauma (such as sporting injuries or motor vehicle accidents) can cause tears amongst people of any age. I wear an arm sling a lot to relieve weight from my shoulder, which helps to some degree. I'm sorry I can't give you specific advice about whether you will need surgery or not over the internet. The supraspinatus is part of the rotator cuff of the shoulder. This may result in pain and weakness of the shoulder. old I was in good physical shape as a letter carrier(28 yrs) but have been mostly sedentary recovering from the first surgery. A moderate size full thickness tear . its been three months with some pt but no noticeable improvement. Subacromial decompression surgery is the most common option to open up the subacromial space and is combined with a rotator cuff repair if the supraspinatus tendon is torn. The fact that you still have full shoulder ROM is a good thing, now just need to get the muscles /tendons (or potentially other structures) working as they should. The pain is manageable if you stay on top of it with pain medication. A full-thickness tear, which usually means the tendon is torn from its insertion on the humerus (the most common injury), is repaired directly to bone. Also, don't be afraid to ask doctors / surgeons lots of questions. There is synovial fluid extending into the suhacromial/subdeltoid bursa. Symptomatic full thickness rotator cuff tears can be managed surgically. 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