Rotator Cuff

Question 1

What muscles make up the rotator cuff?

Answer 1

Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis

Question 2

What is the role of the rotator cuff?

Answer 2

Stabilises the numeral head in the glenoid and provides physiological movement to the shoulder

Question 3

Name some conditions the rotator cuff can have

Answer 3

Tendinopathy, tears, bursitis, impingement

Question 4

State the risk factors of rotator cuff injuries

Answer 4

50+, diabetic, unusual scapula tracking, shoulder in flexion above 90 degrees for long periods of time

Question 5

Describe a torn rotator cuff surgery

Answer 5

Arthroscopically usually
Joint and tendon is debriefed
Sometimes subacromial decompression
Rotator cuff tendons reattached to bone

Question 6

Describe rotator cuff post surgery rehab (how long, treatment etc)

Answer 6

3-6 months, 6 weeks in sling
AROM and scapula stability
Shoulder strengthening, proprioception and sport specific rehab