This may include things like having a lesser ability to detect hot versus cold on their skin in the neck region, they may also genuinely feel pain to what would usually be non-painful stimulus. Good luck! 50% of symptomatic full-thickness tears progress at 2 years and bigger tears progress faster. Did MRI of neck 1st which showed degenerative disc disease in c5-6 and c7-t1. By June '13 I was better in many ways than before the injury. Let us know how things turn out for you. That is one of the reasons why surgeons will take a detailed history and conduct a physical examination to gather clinically relevant information. About OrthoInfoEditorial Board Our ContributorsOur Subspecialty Partners Contact Us, Privacy PolicyTerms & Conditions Linking Policy AAOS Newsroom Find an FAAOS Surgeon. 8% (102/1251) You are also right that many people often don't understand that you are not 'putting on an act'. Rehabilitation plays a critical role in both the nonsurgical and surgical treatment of a rotator cuff tear. 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. Supraspinatus tendon tears require specific rehabilitation of the rotator cuff and muscles that stabilize the shoulder blade. In these cases often a multidisciplinary treatment team skilled in treating whiplash can be very useful (this may include health professionals like physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists and doctors). Don't even think you won't need help, because you'll need help with even the most basic daily tasks. I also can't give you specific advice about your situation over the internet etc. In general, seeing your orthopedic specialist would be an important step, these types of injuries are not likely to allow you to recover to your normal level of work functioning anytime soon without some kind of treatment. Good luck! However, given that you already have an MRI it sounds like you are already under the care of your doctor, which is great. Did a previous year of PT to strengthen rotator cuff muscles with increase to full range of motion. Interpretation: There is a focally retracted full thickness 1.2 x 1.2 cm tear of the supraspinatus tendon at its anterior attachment site on the humerus. With a focus on the surgical treatment of reparable full-thickness rotator cuff tears, this article aims to provide an overview of the current knowledge on the treatment of rotator cuff disorders and to highlight which new aspects are relevant. @anonymous: Hi Elania, Thanks for stopping by and sharing. left supraspinatus tendon tear,so what the process of curing? It seems to be a long recovery period with a great deal of physical therapy following. Heuberer et al 15 used the knotless cinch-bridge technique for supraspinatus tears. This study was done in order to identify stages of rotator cuff tears that signal the need for surgery. @anonymous: Hi Donna, I am sorry to hear about this trouble you are having with your shoulder. Pain is moderate. @anonymous: Dude, I just did nearly the exact same thing. Also an ex ray of my shoulder "Demonstrate my humeral head close to abutting my acromion. In your opinion, do I have any other option other than surgery? The type of repair performed is based on the findings at surgery. Good luck! Popping noises can occur for a variety of reasons, the most common of which are completely normal. . i'm a long distance runner and in good fitness and the shoulder problem does not bother me during running. Dr. Burks explains what the injury is and when to . I work construction and am self employed. Productive acromioclavicular joint changes are associated with an anterolaterally down sloping type II acromial configuration. I still have periodic pain that will radiate from the back of my shoulder, down my tricep, and over my bicep. I plan on asking the surgeon these questions, but wanted your expert opinion. Decided to see ortho who ordered an MRi last week. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. Dr. Mike. At the final follow-up, the VAS, Constant, ASES, and UCLA scores were 1.1 0.9, 84.3 16.4, 88.3 17.4, and 31.1 6.0, respectively. This will help you figure out what you are deciding between. So first off, I should say that I have certainly seen situations where a small supraspinatus tear has been surgically repaired, only for a worsening of symptoms to occur after further pathology (such as other rotator cuff tendon tears) either develop or become easier to detect on imaging (e.g. Mary Kay. 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. However, trauma (such as sporting injuries or motor vehicle accidents) can cause tears amongst people of any age. I'm still processing in my head what I heard in a VM left 10hrs ago, because I finally found out the findings from my shoulder MRI/Arthogram completed about 6 weeks ago. I have noticed these types of shoulder pathology often occur among people who work (or have worked) in jobs that are physically demanding on the shoulders (or have a recreation / sporting background that may have contributed to shoulder girdle degeneration). Conclusion: Nonoperative treatment is an effective and lasting option for many patients with a chronic, full-thickness rotator cuff tear. Additionally, surgery may be recommended for complete tears that are acute and due to a trauma. It allows a provider to assess the structures of your shoulder during movement. Full thickness tear means a complete tear of the rotator cuff supraspinatus tendon. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. @DrMikeM: Thank you Dr. Mike for answering my question. However, it is worth noting a common misconception about full thickness tears. However, some people will never experience the same level of recovery without the surgery. I wrote a previous commentsaw my orthopedic surgeon this week. Pain can also be brought on by laying on the side. From a mechanical point of view the muscles and soft tissues around the shoulder do an amazing job to keep the head of the humerus (ball) in the small glenoid fossa (bony component of the socket)! ROM decreased. Good luck! I'm just about at the point of desperation here. Following the post-surgery protocol will help minimize the chance of a poor outcome and further problems. 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.). In this study, 24 patients who had full thickness supraspinatus tears and who opted to forego surgery were tracked over time. I do not want a metal shoulder. . This has caused thickening and abnormal signal in the supraspinatus tendon consistent with tendinopathy and/or a partial tear. Good luck! I have continued to have problems with my arm and initially was told that I had a partial tear of my rotator cuff. I am in aching pain consistently. The majority of rotator cuff tears can be treated nonsurgically using one or more of these treatments: The goals of treatment are to relieve pain and restore strength to the involved shoulder. This information is provided as an educational service and is not intended to serve as medical advice. However, not all tears need surgery. Any thoughts on treatment for this considering previous surgery? Debridement involves trimming the frayed edges of the tear back to healthy tissue in order to allow it to heal itself. At approximately the 3:40 mark in the video above, there are a few exercises to help increase the range of the movement in the shoulder. It is difficult for me to comment further based on this information. Many professions require repetitive or heavy overhead work (roof plasterer etc.). The close proximity of the supraspinatus tendon to the acromion-clavicular arch is a common contributing factor in supraspinatus tears, particularly when the tendon becomes impinged between these bone structures with activities that require arm elevation. Thankyou. And overall her last resort for surgical intervention is a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. It may be as small as a pinpoint, or the tear may involve the entire tendon. It sounds like you may have already discussed the likelihood of success with your surgeon, if not, this would be a very wise thing to do. Full thickness tears are the complete disruption of the fibers of the supraspinatus muscle, and generally require a more aggressive treatment plan and surgery. The supraspinatus tendon was assessed at its insertion by moving the transducer anteriorly, where the bony landmarks were the greater tuberosity laterally and the junction of the tendon footprint and articular cartilage of the humerus medially, 2 mm posterior to the long head of biceps. 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. . but can get back fairly good motion about the shoulder . I am 67 years old and am an artist and my left arm which is the one in question is my dominate arm. When the supraspinatus tendon is torn but not completely ruptured, usually a period of conservative management with a physical therapy program will be trialed rather than rushing into surgery. I'm sorry I can't provide you with specific advice, rather I only provide some general information. @anonymous: Hi Vicki, I'm glad the information was useful to you. It's been very frustrating dealing with the chronic pain and reduction of normal activities in an attempt to adapt to my "new normal". Thanks to my hubby for finding this site. However, to date, I am not aware of any rigorous large-scale clinical trials that have demonstrated effectiveness (or otherwise) in humans. In my reports say that I have less fluid and possible tear. The supraspinatus is one of four rotator cuff muscles in our shoulder. To be as specific as I can, It feels like someone shoved a knife right into the top of my shoulder blade and right down inside my shoulder. It may be present with overhead activities such as lifting or reaching (e.g., serving in tennis, painting a ceiling). Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. There is fluid distending the long head of the biceps tendon sheath, representing tenosynovitis. old I was in good physical shape as a letter carrier(28 yrs) but have been mostly sedentary recovering from the first surgery. Complete tears: More commonly referred to as a full-thickness tear, this injury entirely separates the tendon from the bone. It gets weak and tired pretty quickly, I can't sleep on my side and it aches all the time. I would make sure your surgeon knows you are planning on falling pregnant within the next 12 months. Just got my MRI report back on right shoulder and wanted to know if you could shed some light on it. I have a feeling this is going to be a long recovery! @Reallmadhatter: Good question. The right suprasinatus tendon contains a partial width full thickness tear measuring 4 by 2mm, in the anterior fibers approximately 8mm lateral to the biceps tendon. I then went to see another orthopaedic surgeon who said I have whiplash. Should you immobilize or not move a shoulder with a suspected partial rotator cuff tear? It usually develops alongside other rotator cuff muscle tears, which may be result of trauma or repeated micro-trauma. My pain is mostly in the bicep area and I do not have trouble lifting the arm but bringing it back down and also bringing the lower arm down when the upper arm is at 90 degrees. If surgery is not indicated, your doctor should be able to refer you to a physical therapist who will likely assess your shoulder movement and be able to provide you with a tailored program to help strengthen your rotator cuff. Most people with ongoing pain will usually try the conservative interventions before considering surgery. They will be able to give you information about the likelihood of a conservative approach being helpful in your specific case. The supraspinatus tendon is the tendon that is most commonly torn when people suffer a rotator cuff tear. make sure you do it some place where anesthesiawill do an interscalene block for post op pain relief. Needless to say, I started to feel like I was getting jerked around and not getting any realistic attention. They do reveal most substantial soft tissue injuries, but they are only as useful as the person interpreting them is skilled. One of the most painful experiences ever. Your orthopedist may now be recommending a rotator cuff surgery or management with non-surgical methods. This level of degradation is not particularly common for someone so young, but does happen from time to time and may well lead to a complete rupture. The major tear causes separation of muscle or tendon into two torn segment of muscles or tendons. I am 55 and active, so I don't want to hurt my "golden" years, so I am not sure what to think. I am angry, confused and cannot get any pain relief. program with a small packet of exercise instructions and told to continue them and to come back in a few months for an updated physical examination. I guarantee you will not be the last person to read this page wondering about a difference in doctor opinion or trying to figure out whether they have a supraspinatus tendon tear or adhesive capsulitis (or surgery versus no surgery). damage to the tendon without swelling). The rotator cuff tendons cover the head of the humerus (upper arm bone), helping you to raise and rotate your arm. Questions: 1. When a rotator cuff is torn, the tendon part of the muscle tears away from the bone of the upper arm. Good luck with it. Advertisement. If you have injured your shoulder or have chronic shoulder and arm pain, it is best to see an orthopaedic surgeon. As defense lawyers are quick to point out, rotator cuff tendons, just like lots of our other joints and tendons, tend to degenerate as we age. I am sorry I am unable to provide any specific advice over the internet without conducting a physical examination etc. The Physician is online now Related Medical Questions Judging by the description of atrophy in your rotator cuff muscles, I am guessing it has already been some time since the incident occurred. Second, I am sorry to hear about your fall and subsequent shoulder pain. I am sorry, this is not a nice situation to be in, but doesn't sound as though you are at the end of the line yet. For many years shoulder dislocations were commonly managed by making sure the ball was back in the socket, giving a bit of ice, perhaps some anti-inflammatory medications and putting the arm in an internal rotation sling (a sling that holds the arm near the body with the elbow bent at about 90 degrees). 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. Surgical repair can often be . Can a full thickness tear of the supraspinatus heal without surgery? Good luck with it. When getting a second opinion from another surgeon. there is minimal AC arthrosis. @pawpaw911: Hi Pawpaw911, thanks for dropping by. I have often seen these cases improve substantially after further surgery to repair these rotator cuff tears + post surgery rehabilitation therapies. Either way, I wish you all the best with it (and a safe deployment and return). I can reach behind my back ok. @DrMikeM: Well, I'm 3 months post injury and still in a tremendous amount of discomfort and pain. After the injury, you had a partial width full thickness tear of your supraspinatus tendon. As I said been dealing with this for about nine months and in that time have run the gamut of treatment. It can reduce (relocate back into the socket) long before someone makes it to a hospital (or an onboard medic!) I have about 3" less range reaching up behind my back, but I think some pre-existing tears and arthritis were fixed. It is also worth noting that sometimes you can do everything right (good surgery, follow instructions etc.) Should you tell him what the other surgeons name is and what they advised. Supraspinatus tendon tear symptoms commonly go on for months (or even years) until the underlying problem is resolved (usually through improving the functioning of the rotator cuff, surgery, or both). I am worried I will not improve my ROM this time. Bursal side: tears on the top of the tendon. (See Fig. That being said, contemporary surgical repairs and surgical re-attachments have relatively high rates of success (albeit after a difficult post-surgical recovery period) when performed in a timely manner. You don't need to lean over as far as demonstrated in this video. From my perspective, I have seen many patients with supraspinatus tendinosis who have benefited a great deal from physical therapy (but nothing is certain, and some patients may not receive great benefit and require a different intervention). I was in a car accident about 18 months ago with damage to my left side of my body, stated with my fingers, to my leg and lastly my arm. However, in some cases it is clear that surgery is likely to be the best option. Anyone seeking specific orthopaedic advice or assistance should consult his or her orthopaedic surgeon, or locate one in your area through the AAOS Find an Orthopaedist program on this website. That being said, I am scheduled for surgery on 6 Nov. Similarly, some benefit from conservative approaches (physical therapy / injections etc. They usually present as a sharp pain at the outside or front of the shoulder, particularly with arm elevation (raising the arm to the side or front). I am 67 years old and am an artist and my left arm which is the one in question is my dominate arm. Glenohumeral joint effusion and finding may signify capsulosynovitis or perhaps capsular strain. I've seen musicians and artists with poor shoulder function be able to perform their art as well as they did before their injury; sometimes through making some adaptations, but other times almost no adaptation was required (depending on their technique / instrument / art etc.). i d glad if ortopedist or physiotherapist reply ansver. A full-thickness tear might also be described as extending from the anterior leading edge with 1 cm of supraspinatus remaining intact or as involving the midportion with 1 cm of supraspinatus intact anteriorly and 1 cm of infraspinatus intact posteriorly, and so forth. The MRI report says: 1. very large, nearly complete tear of the supraspinatus tendon from the tendon insertion with 1cm retraction of tendon fibers. A partial tear may require only a trimming or smoothing procedure called a dbridement. Your orthopaedic surgeon can prescribe an appropriate program based on your needs and the findings at surgery. It is certainly worth discussing a more conservative approach, such as seeing a physical therapist that specializes in shoulders, with your orthopedic surgeon; particularly if you feel you have noticed improvements previously. Good luck! It is also very interesting to note that for those people who have persistent whiplash symptoms there is often a change in the way their brain processes sensation from the neck and shoulder region. I can reach behind my back ok. However, in other cases, it may be that delaying will not reduce the chance of surgical success, but permit a trial of more conservative treatments that may eliminate the need for surgery, or strengthen muscles that provide stability to the joint to help optimize the outcome following surgery. I have had shoulder pain for years and years. It's very good of you to reply so promptly and clearly though. From time to time tendons do rupture from a variety of causes, in your case it sounds like the surgeons description of rope fraying is a good one. When supraspinatus tendon tear symptoms are chronic and severe, an orthopedic specialist will be able to provide good advice on likely recovery and treatment options, including the likelihood of successful recovery with or without surgery. This can be one of the most frustrating things for people who have whiplash associated disorders. I hope your shoulder has now recovered! Had mild discomfort in shoulder for a few weeks in August. Articular side: tears on the bottom of the tendon. If they were consistent with each other it would seem remarkably unlikely that both reports were wrong. The supraspinatus is one of the four muscles that make up the rotator cuff group of muscles. I have a referral to a specialist and hopefully I will have some answers soon. OpenStax College (CC 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons. Generally speaking, treatment options for shoulder injuries that include supraspinatus tendon tears and other findings similar to those you have reported could include surgery, or more conservative treatments like a trial of physical therapy or injections. Equally as important is a discussion about the likelihood of certain outcomes without further surgery. That way you can make an informed decision in consultation with advice from your doctor. When I visit my DR. what are the thing I need to be aware for the diagnostic? If they do cause pain, then it is important to check with the PT that the technique and level of resistance is appropriate for your condition. . Seek immediate help if you are experiencing a medical emergency. Some days later, I was called back to the VA so they could tell me what they found. The orthopedic said that after 6 weeks of PT if there is pain then we looka possible surgery, is there something else that I should do or look at? Yes, the surgery will be over very quickly, but it is the rest of the recovery that takes time and effort (and a fair bit of frustration being careful to keep within the movement restrictions). 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. One thing that you may find encouraging is that often artists don't lift (elevate) their shoulders much when they create art (paint etc.). Some general information you may find useful is that generally not a lot of people seem to have a full recovery following a SLAP lesion without surgery. Large. After 4 months of therapy and 3 injections I am unable to lift my right arm. I see this is true of SSGtomn who has left a comment already. Your shoulder specialist will be able to provide you with specific advice regarding your chance of recovery without surgery, as well as what to expect if you do decide to go down the surgery path. The tendon will usually retract if a full rupture has occurred. Make sure you ask the orthopedic surgeon about what to expect after the surgery and the likely recovery time. This is a good example of why MRI's can be very valuable in cases like this. . Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Good Luck to all the other guys, especially the deployed guy, my son has just returned. There is no question that the word 'small' can be misleading regarding the amount of pain and discomfort that a supraspinatus tendon tear can cause. Knee Surgery . Here is a link to a recent academic journal article on the topic that should be free to access. It sounds like you may be putting yourself at unnecessary risk? I hope I will not follow suit! Come September of 2010 I chose not to re-enlist and returned home. The surgeon(s) who ordered the imaging are usually the best person to speak with regarding the pros and cons in any particular case. For most of my life I trained with bodybuilding-style workouts 4 or 5 days per week. and still end up with an unexpected problem. . The tear of the subscapularis muscle is less common then the tear of the other rotator cuff muscles, such as the supraspinatus, infraspinatus or suprascapularis. Complete: With a full-thickness or complete tear, the tendon separates completely from the bone. 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. massive cuff tears. Thank you. Supraspinatus tears are often accompanied by adjacent structural deficits. Yes, also a good idea about discussing with your surgeon the potential risks or benefits from delaying surgery in your case. I don't think there is a clear answer to this one. Hey DrMikeM doin some research and came across your sight and thought I'd add my two cents. Following an iltrasound scan I have been told I have a tear of the supraspinatus tendon and there is some retraction. This is just general information of course. twice, second time relief only lasted 5 minutes) finally local doc ordered M.R.I. Impression: moderate supraspinatus tendinosis with a small full thickness footplate tear. It seems as though you have now had two MRI reports. The infraspinatus contains a subtle hypochoic region measuring 0.5cm within the tendon substance consistent concerning for an intrasubstance tear. However, there are a variety of factors that will need to be considered. I had subacromial decompression February 2010 a year after a motor vehicle injury (I am currently a 34 year old female). If your primary physician has already made the diagnosis, an orthopaedic surgeon can review both surgical and nonsurgical options and start treatment. Your orthopedic specialist will be able to give you advice about the best option for your circumstances. This will help minimize strain on the back. I wear an arm sling a lot to relieve weight from my shoulder, which helps to some degree. if applied to the common anterior supraspinatus tendon tear, the term full thickness means that if the tear is viewed . This sounds like quite a pain (literally). tendon transfer. I'll go check out some of your lenses now. Even though most tears cannot heal on their own, you can often achieve good function without surgery. If you do have surgery, this would mean you couldn't work on usual duties for several months (recovery time-frames are something worth discussing with your doctor). A-C joint is moderately to severely degenerative. 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. Edema is seen involving an intracapsular segment of biceps tendon with possible interstitial tears. While it is true that rotator cuff tears are more common among middle aged and older people, they can indeed occur among younger people too; particularly when they are performing heavy work or have some kind of trauma event (contact sport, car accident, gym accident etc.). A rotator cuff tear (RCT) is a common disorder associated with pain and dysfunction in the shoulder, the prevalence of which increases with age [].Full-thickness RCTs are present in approximately 25 % of individuals in their 60 s and 50 % of individuals in their 80 s; however, the reported incidence is lower for patients < 55 years of age (4-8 %) [1, 2]. It is plausible to sustain one or the other (or both) from a fall. This surgery is no joke!! The four muscles supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor originate from the scapula (shoulder blade). When we finally returned home from sea a few weeks later, my shoulder had become so painful and stiff, It was nearly impossible to do just about anything. I have been diagnosed with a tear of the supraspinatus tendon by exam and u/s. Don't be afraid to say how you feel (no doubt you'd do this in a respectful way) about trying a whole bunch of non-surgical options, but not seeing any lasting results (as you have described for us above) and being keen to move forward toward some kind of resolution to the problem. Although I probably wouldn't be forthcoming with the name of the first surgeon or advice given unless the surgeon actually asked about this directly. Because of the risk of infection and and nerve damage. My arm was nearly frozen for a period of about 10 minutes, but I slowly started regaining some ROM. @anonymous: Hi Donald, I'm sorry to hear about your shoulder trouble and insurance situation. No black and white answer for this one I'm afraid. I will surf again! Your question regarding using a graft of some sort to help repair a rotator cuff tendon is an interesting one. @anonymous: mike but not dr. mike. Risk of infection and nerve damage are worthy of consideration for any surgery, particularly one as involved as a reverse shoulder replacement. Don't be afraid to ask your surgeon about all your treatment options. Rotator cuff tears can also be described as being partial, or full thickness. There are several video examples to accompany the written explanation. Full-thickness rotator cuff tears are diagnosed with the help of a thorough history and physical examination, as well as the use of imaging studies, most commonly, MRI. I now am having surgery but is it safe to have with whiplash symptoms. It was sometime in the early months of 2011 that I was sent off to have an MRI done. The rehabilitation after surgery is likely to take time. Let us know how you go. 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