rotator cuff tear Flashcards

1
Q

what are the muscles of the rotator cuff

A

S - supraspinatus
I - infraspinatus
T - teres minor
S - subscapularis

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2
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what does the supraspinatus do

A

abducts the arm

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3
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what does the infraspinatus do

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externally rotates the arm

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4
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what does the teres minor

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externally rotates the arm

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5
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what does the subscapularis

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internally rotates the arm

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6
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presentation of rotator cuff

A

either present acute onset of symptoms after an acute injury or with a gradual onset of symptoms

  • shoulder pain
  • weakness and pain with specific movements relating to tear
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7
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investigations for rotator cuff tear

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USS or MRI

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8
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non-surgical management for rotator cuff tears

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  • rest and adaptive activities
  • analgesia
  • physio
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