He says the tendon is fraying like a ropethat he would need to reattach to the bone. 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. D.C. Stitch positioning influences the suture hold in supraspinatus tendon repair. I get asked about this a lot, perhaps I should write a page on rehabilitation following surgical repair of supraspinatus tendon tears! It is possible this tear may communicate with the bursal surface anteriorly. I have a feeling this is going to be a long recovery! Poorly defined large full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus and infraspinatus tendon measuring at least 2 cm in anteroposterior dimension. I've met with 2 orthopedic surgeons and both have indicated surgery is my best option for recovery. What I can say is that for anyone looking to return to unrestricted badminton following a partial thickness supraspinatus tendon tear and shoulder labrum tear (particularly a SLAP lesion) will not be quick or easy. This muscle is often used by people who practice different types of sports, including swimming, racquetball and throwing spears or weights. Your surgeon will be able to explain the potential risks and benefits (as well as if he thinks any alternatives are likely to be helpful). 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. The rotator cuff exercises should not cause pain while the exercise is being performed. Because of the risk of infection and and nerve damage. Early diagnosis and treatment of a rotator cuff tear may prevent symptoms such as loss of strength and loss of motion from setting in. Heuberer et al 15 used the knotless cinch-bridge technique for supraspinatus tears. For most people, it is usually preferable to lean on a bench or table rather than the seat of a chair. I maybe take a few Advil a week with no loss of function at all. 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. working a full time job nd being a mother of three I could never fit it in my schedule but was also told by a family member that PT would not help. The glenoid labrum and bicipital tendon appear unremarkable in position and morphology. Dr. Mike great info here thanks. Good luck! So it would seem strange that your surgeon would expect adhesive capsulitis to resolve with 6 weeks of physical therapy, unless you had already had the condition for many months and he had started to detect improvement? So probably worthwhile having a chat with your doctor and seeing what they recommend as a first step. If they were consistent with each other it would seem remarkably unlikely that both reports were wrong. I had surgery last Thursday for a complete tear of the supraspinatus tendon due to a car accident and was told the tendon was repaired with titanium staples.My concern is of the staples coming out ,I wear a sling whenever outside but have been taking it off when sleeping in my recliner which I've found the best since the accident.If I am just walking around the house I've let it hang down and do not feel pain at the shoulder so figure there is no risk of them pulling out by doing this,am I correct? On the other hand, you will also need to ask about the likelihood of decent recovery without surgery. If pain is being caused, then there may be a problem with technique or a lower intensity may be required. ; 2. The use of steroid injection for treatment of a full-thickness rotator cuff tear is still controversial. If you know you have a rotator cuff tear, worsening pain and decreasing strength may mean the tear is getting larger. If the pain has been present for only a couple of months (or less) and there were minimal risk of worsening the condition with delay, then often a trial of conservative management (e.g. There are also non-surgical treatment options that orthopedic surgeons may consider for degenerative acromioclavicular changes, supraspinatus tendinopathy and subacromial bursitis. From the information you have provided it is difficult to say whether surgery will be needed. Another subtle point of interest is that the first surgeon was not saying that the MRI was wrong (pictures generally don't lie, although sometimes image quality is poor), but that he disagrees with the report prepared by the radiologist. 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 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. Shoulder muscles are very good for stabilizing the ball and socket joint and making large movements (to help lift things, throw objects etc. A full thickness tear is not usually a complete rupture. Your physical therapist should be able to help you improve the strength and functioning of your rotator cuff muscles. so, my question is if i make physical strengt evercises to improve rotory cuff at this level-now,isn't it bad to heal the particular supraspinat muscle. Acromioclavicular joint degenerative changes, which means nothing to me. The anterior band of the supraspinatus (most common tear location) is an agonist to external rotation. I returned to the orthopedic surgeon at which point he did an x-ray which looked good and sent for a mri Monday. It is interesting that you are not experiencing a lot of discomfort with a very large tear, but this sometimes happens and can lead to difficulty in diagnosing the exact structural damage that is causing the condition. Come September of 2010 I chose not to re-enlist and returned home. Additionally, surgery may be recommended for complete tears that are acute and due to a trauma. Can you help me out at all? Anyways, my appointment for surgery on my right shoulder is in 2 weeks.. Arthroscopic.. it use to ache and ache at night but recently its not so bad. Depending on your age and lifestyle, physical therapy may be a better option than surgery even for complete rotator cuff tears. What I really want right now is to regain enough to get through normal everyday activities and not feel limited trying to lift an object and also not drop things so frequently. You have asked for information about potential options. Supraspinatus tendon tears are the most common tendon tear in the shoulder region. . 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 am in aching pain consistently. If you get a chance please let us know how you go. Shoulder arthroscopy and rotator cuff repair (supraspinatus repair) is the best treatment option with a 90 to 95 % success rate. @anonymous: Thanks for keeping us up to date. I did this as instructed, but, to little improvement. Im a bodybuilder for years but I'm getting old. Small to moderate glenohumeral joint effusion. The type of repair performed is based on the findings at surgery. There is supraspinatus muscular atrophy. It is also worth noting that sometimes you can do everything right (good surgery, follow instructions etc.) or should you just ask for their opinion with no outside information> Thanks Judy. Some will have more training, experience or ability in helping patients to overcome the biomechanical factors that can cause shoulder impingement and supraspinatus tears. I have continued to have problems with my arm and initially was told that I had a partial tear of my rotator cuff. If not then, your surgeon will be able to give the likely benefits, risks and recovery time following surgery. @anonymous: Hi Les, I am glad you found this information helpful. @brando87: Thanks brando87, that's what I aim for! I have not lost any ROM I just have severe pain in my right shoulder. Remaining tendons of the rotator cuff are normal in signal and morphology. I am aware than many clinicians who administer prolotherapy advocate for its benefits though. While hauling a box of machine gun ammunition up a ladder (I was holding onto the ladder with one arm and the box of ammo in the other) my right shoulder randomly decided to give up on me. That way you can make an informed decision in consultation with advice from your doctor. I am sorry I can't give you specific advice but here is some general information that may be useful to you. there is no focal atrophy or fatty infiltration.that is my M.R. I had an MRI done on my left shoulder last week and it turns out, to my surprise, that I have a full-thickness supraspinatus tear. You may note weakness of your arm and difficulty with routine activities such as combing your hair or reaching behind your back. I am angry, confused and cannot get any pain relief. Judging by the description of atrophy in your rotator cuff muscles, I am guessing it has already been some time since the incident occurred. The supraspinatus muscle is a relatively small muscle, but very it's important one. I have been seeing an orthopedic doctor for the past 18 months. This is just general information of course. @Reallmadhatter: Good question. Supraspinatus tears are often accompanied by adjacent structural deficits. The recovery time after surgery is substantial (and may vary depending on the surgeon, and specific structures repaired). Thanks for sharing this detailed account with everyone. and retracted 2 cm. If I need surgery,what is the recovry time.. The rotator cuff muscles are critical to the stability and optimal biomechanical movement at the shoulder joint. 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 is also worth mentioning that when surgeons send patients for PT and don't hear from them for a while, they may well have just assumed everything went well and there is no more problem (or they have so many patients that they haven't given it much thought). . My doctor has told me I need to have arthroscopic revision rotator cuff repair. It would be much wiser to follow your surgeons instructions (which usually involve keeping arm in sling for 6+ weeks depending on surgery / surgeon etc. Getting a second opinion when you are not sure about your first is also often a good idea. @anonymous: Hi Elania, Thanks for stopping by and sharing. On the other hand, physical therapy can often help supraspinatus tendon tears but sometimes they do need surgery in order for a suitable recovery to occur. Also an ex ray of my shoulder "Demonstrate my humeral head close to abutting my acromion. I have a referral to a specialist and hopefully I will have some answers soon. He kind of scared me regarding the recovery for this. Adhesive capsulitis will usually last at least 5 or 6 months (often considerably longer). Good luck! Symptomatic full thickness rotator cuff tears can be managed surgically. I don't think there is a clear answer to this one. Like Helpful Hug REPLY There is certainly good clinical research evidence indicating that arthroscopic surgery can help the types of injuries you described. In your opinion, do I have any other option other than surgery? I explained of my ongoing problems since the incident, and once the claim was processed I was sent through a variety of medical departments for a full diagnostic. Good luck! Your surgeon (and the anesthetist) will not want to perform elective orthopedic surgery while you are pregnant to re-attach the tendon. 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. Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program, Rotator Cuff Tears: Frequently Asked Questions, Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercises. The reverse shoulder surgery is extremely involved so I am getting a second opinion. Have had physical therapy for 3 weeks with pain becoming worse so physical therapist suggested to dr. MRI of shoulder. You may feel pain when you try to sleep on the affected side. I agree that shoulder pain for years, that has not resolved is definitely a good indicator that seeing a doctor is a good idea! 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. Sounds like no guarantee of 100% return to normal, and I'm about 95% now, not to mention a lengthy recovery. while that helped in the short term and improved my left arm motion range, after i stopped the therapy the pain came back and reduced the range. 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). Good luck with it. A full rupture will require surgery (usually quite urgently). I hope I have not waited to long for having this checked, and the only option will be surgery. All material on this website is protected by copyright. I have about 3" less range reaching up behind my back, but I think some pre-existing tears and arthritis were fixed. Good luck! Some days later, I was called back to the VA so they could tell me what they found. All rights reserved. Good luck! I'm 43 and have been suffering from shoulder issues for over a year. Generally, if an injury is going to heal on it's own, it gets better over time, unless it is re-injured. I have also been doing the pendulum exercise as prescribed and figured walking with the sling off would be no more risky to the staples. It will be your Godsend. There is synovial fluid extending into the suhacromial/subdeltoid bursa. This may result in pain and weakness of the shoulder. Does a full thickness tear of the supraspinatus tendon need surgery? @anonymous: Hi Donald, I'm sorry to hear about your shoulder trouble and insurance situation. I have spoke with people that have had surgery on their shoulder and they say that is a very painful surgery, and they still have problems from time to time with their shoulder. Partial thickness tears. Generally speaking, MRIs definitely help the surgeon to make a diagnosis and give them an idea of whether surgery will help. ), while others do not. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your interesting story. When a radiologist looks at an MRI scan, he or she must make a judgment about the type of the rotator cuff changes. Severe pain after. Supraspinatus tendon tears are the most common tendon tear in the shoulder region. 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). A rotator cuff tear can result from an injury such as a fall or heavy lifting, or from normal wear-and-tear and repetitive activities over many years. Dr. Burks explains what the injury is and when to . It can reduce (relocate back into the socket) long before someone makes it to a hospital (or an onboard medic!) Generally speaking, do small tears need surgical repair? !!! While some clinicians may argue that nonoperative treatment delays inevitable surgical repair, our study shows that patients can do very well over time. If pregnant or nursing, consult with a qualified provider on an individual basis. The primary indication for an acromioplasty in a patient with a full-thickness or bursal rotator cuff tear is for a type 2 or 3 acromion with a frayed CA ligament attachment. They do have potential to improve the biomechanics of the shoulder joint during arm movement which may help mitigate the cause of the tear (like shoulder impingement). Now I have these results stated above. 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. make sure you do it some place where anesthesiawill do an interscalene block for post op pain relief. The CT impression read like this: High-grade partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon at its insertion (rim rent tear). I work construction and am self employed. They will be able to help you return to sport. I could write another article regarding shoulder surgery for rotator cuff tears (perhaps another day!). Good luck with it either way. my MRI result come out that supraspinant tendom has partial tear. For awhile I was able to get my arm somewhat back to normal but wilh slight aching. Each of the rotator cuff muscles can be affected; the supraspinatus muscle is most commonly affected, followed by the infraspinatus, the subscapularis and the teres minor muscles. Thanks for stopping by, you have raised some very good questions. 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. I am worried I will not improve my ROM this time. 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. there is a small full thickness insertional tear identified relating to the posterior supraspinatus. Twelve patients in Group 1 received an intra-substance injection into rupture area of supraspinatus tendon with Diprospan 1 cc (betamethasone disodium phosphate 2 mg and betamethasone dipropionate 5 mg) and . have got bursal thickening as well and mild thickening of. After an initial diagnosis from an Orthopedic specialist, the initial course of action was a steroid injection treatment into the "affected area" and a course of physical therapy. Sometimes in cases like this your surgeon may want to try an injection. Those words exactly. I am sorry I can't offer you specific advice over the internet regarding surgery or specific exercises. Many professions require repetitive or heavy overhead work (roof plasterer etc.). Recovery after surgery can be quite drawn out, often requiring 6 months or more before functioning becomes similar to before the injury. The supraspinatus muscle provides stability to the glenohumeral joint and is a frequent source of pain and disability. 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. I have had shoulder pain for years and years. It sounds like you may be putting yourself at unnecessary risk? I all of a sudden lost all my strength in my right arm and dropped the box. As mentioned in the video, the aim of these resistance band exercises is not to increase your range of movement but to instead strengthen the rotator cuff muscles which will help protect the soft tissue structures around the shoulder in the long term. I am 55 yrs. MRI states high grade articular surface partial thickness tear of the posterior spinatus tendon without retraction or atrophy. You mention your shoulder makes a popping noise, generally speaking the sound a joint makes is not a good indicator of anything (particularly if the popping noise itself is not accompanied by pain). Information on this topic is also available as an, from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. These types of injuries seem quite common for people who work in construction and are often associated with doing work above shoulder height. Full thickness tear of the anterior insertional fibers of the supraspinatus tendon with a 1cm retraction and no evidence of supraspinatus muscular atrophy. I am now off again to another specialist as the 2nd opinion specialist said there was not much he could do to improve the situation! Usually getting a second opinion is not a bad option if you are not confident that the first opinion is going to lead to the best outcome for you, but I expect that may well be impossible while you are still on deployment? There is inhomogeneous and bulbous appearance of the distal .subscapularis tendon with tendinosis. pain that gets worse when you lift your arm. That being said, a surgeon's own experiences, skills and abilities (as well as risk tolerance) may factor into their decision as to whether a surgical repair (and the nature of the repair) is something they will advise. A good doc should be able to assess your shoulder and give you some specific advice regarding the best next plan of attack. Pain continued and got worse. 19 The thickness of the tendon at its insertion was . my ROM did increase a very small amount, but my pain and discomfort never went away. Good luck with it. J Bone . Good luck! Had mild discomfort in shoulder for a few weeks in August. I have been saving up a couple months to cover my deductible expecting to schedule surgery. It seems as though you have now had two MRI reports. My husband just had and MRI and it showed a Nonretracted small insertion full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus tendon. Complete rehabilitation after surgery may take several months or even up to a year. Good luck! old I was in good physical shape as a letter carrier(28 yrs) but have been mostly sedentary recovering from the first surgery. I have always found the anatomy of the shoulder to be very interesting. thank you for your considiration and helle from Turkey:-). Any thoughts? ,Been dealing with shoulder pain for about nine months now and thought I'd share my experience with you and other readers. I have had this problem with my shoulder/arm for about 6 months maybe. Don't be afraid to ask your surgeon about all your treatment options. This content is accurate and true to the best of the authors knowledge and does not substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, and/or dietary advice from a licensed health professional. As you have correctly identified, there is quite a long recovery period following surgical repairs of rotator cuff injuries, but on the other hand, there is a pretty good success rate among people who follow the post-operative instructions. I mention this, as this will often influence treatment decisions. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! These injections usually include an anti-inflammatory that can last for a couple months delivered directly to the problem area(s) and a local anesthetic that will work for the first few days until the anti-inflammatory starts to give relief. That is some interesting advice you have received. Overall my subscapularis does appear intact." So don't give up on your ambition to participate in exercise. Otherwise you will have signficantly reduced function (plus ongiong pain) in that shoulder. The postoperative recovery period following a surgical rotator cuff repair will take months and involve a specific program of range of motion and strengthening exercises that your surgeon will prescribe, often in conjunction with a physical therapist who will teach you exercises and monitor your progression. Rotator cuff exercises are often prescribed for people with a partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon. Patients ranged in age from twenty-nine to seventy-nine years. It also allows a quick comparison between the affected shoulder and the healthy shoulder. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. However, there are a variety of factors that will need to be considered. 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. @anonymous: Hi Vicki, I'm glad the information was useful to you. If tendon tears (including small tears) have not responded to conservative (non-surgical) treatments or recovered naturally after a few months, then surgery is often considered. I am sure lots of people would like to hear how it turns out for you. So while the cost of surgery can be expensive, people who can't do their job one-handed may also need to consider potential loss of income as well or making alternative work arrangements. The tendons may tear from their attachment either after an injury such as a fall or from long-term wear and tear. You should not feel pain in the shoulder during the movement. Here are a few notes/tips before you begin: Below is a demonstration of this exercise. If you are seeing a physio for this condition, they should be able to provide you some good information about the post-surgery protocols that surgeons in your local area will be likely to prescribe. A few months passed, and I was called into the orthopedic surgen, who was a shoulder specialist, for a "pre surgery consultation". About OrthoInfoEditorial Board Our ContributorsOur Subspecialty Partners Contact Us, Privacy PolicyTerms & Conditions Linking Policy AAOS Newsroom Find an FAAOS Surgeon. If you get a chance drop by again and let us know how you went. (Right) A full-thickness tear in the supraspinatus tendon. I have full-thickness tear of supraspinatus tendon ,with 1.5 cm cap without tendon retraction plus supraspinatus Ask an Expert Medical Questions The Physician, Doctor 1,261 Satisfied Customers Versatile Emergency Physician, 20 years experience as a Physician. You have a full thickness rotator cuff tear. Dr Mike, Please help me understand what options I might have or questions to ask the surgeon about my full Reallmadhatter Mar 14, 2013 @ 3:44 pm. Your physician or orthopedic specialist should be able to give you specific advice about whether it is worth having an MRI in your specific case. 2023 The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers on this website. This can occur due to trauma or repeated micro-trauma and present as a partial or full-thickness tear. There is longitudinal split in the subscapularis tendon which extends from the humeral attachment to the musculotendinous junction. @DrMikeM: Well, I'm 3 months post injury and still in a tremendous amount of discomfort and pain. Did MRI of neck 1st which showed degenerative disc disease in c5-6 and c7-t1. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. that can be just as difficult to resolve as any structural injury. It gets weak and tired pretty quickly, I can't sleep on my side and it aches all the time. It sounds like you are on the right track with your surgeon and physical therapist. I tried to figure out what the onset was, but could never figure it out, it just seemed completely random. It sounds as though you know a little bit about your shoulder situation already, so I won't re-state details about the anatomy that is affected. (See Fig. It has been helpful. I can reach behind my back ok. Had periods of pain go from the back of my shoulder down my arm like before. 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