Rotator Cuff Tear Flashcards
1
Q
In whom are rotator cuff tears common in?
A
Elderly people
2
Q
When may rotator cuff tears typically occur?
A
After minor trauma
Due to long-standing impingement
3
Q
When should rotator cuff tears be repaired surgically?
A
If tears are > 2cm
4
Q
How can rotator cuff tears be differentiated from impingement syndrome?
A
Pain alone = impingement
Pain + impaired movement = tear
