I hope I will not follow suit! A recent study from Kim et al 19 used en masse suture bridge techniques for full-thickness supraspinatus tears. @DrMikeM: Well, I'm 3 months post injury and still in a tremendous amount of discomfort and pain. This sounds like quite a pain (literally). SLAP type tear of the superior labrum. Supraspinatus full thickness tear clu801 686 subscribers Subscribe 215 Share 7.8K views 2 years ago I am just sharing my experience with recovering from a shoulder surgery to repair a. MRI does demonstrate a complete massive tear of my rotator cuff with retraction and severe atrophy. Either way, I wish you all the best with it (and a safe deployment and return). Pain continued and got worse. 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. So I think it would be wise to discuss the timing of surgery with your surgeon in the context of wanting to fall pregnant. From the description of your MRI report it sounds like your shoulder must have been quite painful and inflamed at the time (perhaps it still is)! Thanks for stopping by and sharing. In layman terms, I would say this means your supraspinatus tendon has probably been irritated for quite a while, and has a small tear near where it attaches to the bone (but tendon is currently still attached). MRI does demonstrate a complete massive tear of my rotator cuff with retraction and severe atrophy. AAOS does not endorse any treatments, procedures, products, or physicians referenced herein. In addition to arm elevation, the supraspinatus muscle is critical in pulling the head of the humerus (the ball part of the ball and socket joint) into the glenoid (socket). It sounds like you are on the right track with your surgeon and physical therapist. Make sure you ask the orthopedic surgeon about what to expect after the surgery and the likely recovery time. The tendon that seems to be most commonly affected is the supraspinatus, although it could also easily be either infraspinatus, long head of biceps, subscapularis or teres minor tendons. But not result in a normal shoulder. Dr. Burks explains what the injury is and when to . There's a hole or rip in the tendon. If you have any follow up questions just post them here and I'll get back to them as soon as I'm able. Methods: Between 1995 and 1999, 139 full arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs were performed; 37 were repairs of full-thickness supraspinatus tears. Grade 1 strain of the lateral deltoid muscle and teres minor muscle. 50% of symptomatic full-thickness tears progress at 2 years and bigger tears progress faster. The acromion connects with the collar bone (clavicle) very close to the ball and socket (glenohumeral) joint of the shoulder. I also have no insurance and don't know about surgery. Although the presence of a small tear visible on an MRI does not always mean that is the problem causing your shoulder pain. Generally, if an injury is going to heal on it's own, it gets better over time, unless it is re-injured. 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. Moderate subacromial/sub deltoid bursitis. It did manage to decrease my overall pain but I still feel like I'm suffering unnecessarily. 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). It was then I found out how messed up my shoulder actually is 1. Supraspinatus is the most commonly injured rotator cuff tendon. My best wishes go to all of them. Full thickness tears are the complete disruption of the fibers of the supraspinatus muscle, and generally require a more aggressive treatment plan and surgery. Rotator cuff tears may be degenerative (the defect arose in tendon of poor quality) or they may be traumatic (the tear arose from a major injury to otherwise healthy tissue). Time progressed, pain continued and my ROM slowly worsened. It is also worth noting that some conditions, particularly when joints are unstable or there is ongoing aggrevation, have better outcomes by being seen and receiving intervention sooner rather than later. Some general information that may be useful to know is that some people who have similar pathology to that which you have described end up having surgery while other do not. Generally speaking, do small tears need surgical 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. This will help you figure out what you are deciding between. I'll go check out some of your lenses now. First, sorry for the delay in response. Good luck! Good luck with your decision! The primary purpose of these muscles is to prevent the head of the humerus, or upper arm bone, from driving into the shoulder joint as you lift your arm away from your body or overhead. I am close to retirement and I am afraid I will not be able to do the things I once enjoyed, outdoor activities. I guess my question is does this always require surgery? So my tear went from a near full thickness tear to a full thickness tear. When I visit my DR. what are the thing I need to be aware for the diagnostic? However, there are a variety of factors that will need to be considered. However, host cases are the result of the tendon wearing down over time, which is known as a degenerative tear. The surgeon may (or may not) want to try arthroscopic surgery to repair any damage or structural problems they can identify on an MRI. Also an ex ray of my shoulder "Demonstrate my humeral head close to abutting my acromion. A few months ago it seemed to hurt more and I had problems lifting my arm out or above my head. I. report .This happen 9 weeks ago , my shoulder is still sores I am going for phisio, messages and still no progess,does that mean I will need surgery,or will it heel by it self. On the other hand, if surgery is inevitable or at least the most likely outcome, then the treating doctor / surgeon(s) may recommend early surgery. Symptomatic full thickness rotator cuff tears can be managed surgically. @anonymous: Hi Mike, Good luck with your appointment next week, hopefully you will be able to find some relief one way or another after you consult your surgeon. Don't be afraid to ask lots of questions about what is likely to happen if you do or don't have surgery. This may result in pain and weakness of the shoulder. Having the surgery sooner rather than later may help you to recover as much as possible by the time you fall pregnant. It's a supraspinatus tendon tear with 50% thickness and no labral tear. Have been directed to work with a physical therapist and so far have not seen mprovement after two weeks but staying hopefull. 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. I saw doctor initially who said physiotherapy will help it. I'm 43 and have been suffering from shoulder issues for over a year. 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. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story with everyone! The CT impression read like this: High-grade partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon at its insertion (rim rent tear). Hope that helps. What does all that mean in simple layman terms? So in summary Tim, I would say I feel for you buddy. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of this treatment method. Sometimes in cases like this your surgeon may want to try an injection. I'm experiencing the exact same pain you described, and the Army doc told me I was too young to tear a rotator cuff. But shoulder exercises from now until I die. Supraspinatus tendon tears require specific rehabilitation of the rotator cuff and muscles that stabilize the shoulder blade. Based on the information you have provided above, I would say there are several structures that could potentially be causing this ongoing problem, of which a supraspinatus tendon tear is one (but is difficult to speculate without a physical examination / seeing the MRI etc. my MRI result come out that supraspinant tendom has partial tear. my ROM did increase a very small amount, but my pain and discomfort never went away. @anonymous: Hi Bobby, Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Also if I don eventually need surgery will it hurt to wait until I absolutely need it. I experienced a fall on August 31, 2012. I plan on asking the surgeon these questions, but wanted your expert opinion. I just had an MRI I have a tiny, focal intratendon tear of the supraspinatus fibers at the humeral insertion measuring 2mm with minor impingement changes are noted in the greater tuberosity of the humerus. In this study, 24 patients who had full thickness supraspinatus tears and who opted to forego surgery were tracked over time. How do you repair a rotator cuff tear? Those words exactly. I am sorry I can't give you any specific advice over the internet, but here are some thoughts that may be useful to you. If not what is this indictative of. Purpose: The objective of this study is to report on the complete arthroscopic repair of full-thickness tears of the supraspinatus.Type of Study: Prospective cohort study. Superior subluxation of the humeral head. Can you help me out at all? This article discusses shoulder impingement, rotator cuff rehabilitation exercises, and surgical considerations relating to rotator cuff tears and the supraspinatus tendon in particular. No. Good luck! 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? These four muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor) stabilize the glenohumeral joint, enable rotation around the joint, and provide a counterforce to . 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. Come September of 2010 I chose not to re-enlist and returned home. 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 am sure lots of people would like to hear how it turns out for you. It may be present with overhead activities such as lifting or reaching (e.g., serving in tennis, painting a ceiling). Also, don't be afraid to ask doctors / surgeons lots of questions. I also have an intermediate grade partial thickness tear of superior tendon bundle of Subscapularis without retraction or muscular atrophy. With partial thickness rotator cuff tears only part of the tendon has torn off the bone. In my reports say that I have less fluid and possible tear. You mentioned rotator cuff and tendonosis like they were different things. Drugs, supplements, and natural remedies may have dangerous side effects. It sounds like the damage is fairly minor in my shoulder yet I have a great deal of discomfort and limited ROM 2 1/2 months after my fall. The tendon will usually retract if a full rupture has occurred. Partial tears can be just 1 millimeter deep (only about 10 percent of a tendon), or can be 50 percent or deeper. @brando87: Thanks brando87, that's what I aim for! 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. So don't give up on your ambition to participate in exercise. The soft tissues in their neck that were affected by the initial trauma may actually have healed, but they may still be feeling discomfort. Because of the return of the recent pain, a another MRI was ordered and the Radiologist wrote: "1. Needless to say, I started to feel like I was getting jerked around and not getting any realistic attention. You are also right that many people often don't understand that you are not 'putting on an act'. There also is mild tendinosis of the infraspinatus at the footprint. Good luck! 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. The anterior band of the supraspinatus (most common tear location) is an agonist to external rotation. i'm a long distance runner and in good fitness and the shoulder problem does not bother me during running. 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. Remember that you are not aiming for speed; slow, steady, and controlled movement is best. Good luck with it! In September '12 I had surgery to reattach both the right rotator supra and infraspinatus with excellent results. Frequently, patients who require surgery will report pain at night and difficulty using the arm for lifting and reaching. Yes, surgery can be painful initially, but your surgeon should be able to tell you the likelihood of a successful outcome of surgery based on your specific circumstances. The process of recovery is different depending on a number of factors including the cause, severity and location of the tear, the biomechanics of the affected shoulder, the age of the individual just to name a few. Always been natural. 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. I have been seeing an orthopedic doctor for the past 18 months. . However, it sounds as though you must be under the care of a medical team in order to have received MRI results, which is a good thing. Have been taking 800 mg Motrin tid. Sorry for the delay in response. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! twice, second time relief only lasted 5 minutes) finally local doc ordered M.R.I. old I was in good physical shape as a letter carrier(28 yrs) but have been mostly sedentary recovering from the first surgery. It extends slightly into the proximal subscapularis bursa. You may still be able to return to most or all of the things you enjoy it just may not be in the next 6 to 9 months though. 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. ), while others do not. There is a delaminating tear of the supraspinatus myotendinous junction, measuring a thickness of about 2mm. If the tear occurs with injury, you may experience acute pain, a snapping sensation, and immediate weakness of the arm. The supraspinatus tendon runs from the muscle body through quite a narrow gap under the acromion. With complete tears, the tendon has come off (detached) from where it was attached to the bone. is likely to be required if you want less shoulder pain. You may feel pain when you try to sleep on the affected side. It may be as small as a pinpoint, or the tear may involve the entire tendon. bone spurs and/or rotator cuff tears. Infraspinatus tendon is somewhat hetrogeneous in its deep attachment with what appears to be intra-substance tears down to enthesopathic change at footprint. 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. 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). It's very good of you to reply so promptly and clearly though. I could write another article regarding shoulder surgery for rotator cuff tears (perhaps another day!). 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. Because of the risk of infection and and nerve damage. Irreparable. Hope that helps! This surgery is no joke!! I have been saving up a couple months to cover my deductible expecting to schedule surgery. He did say that it can be done in the next few months and no urgent intervention required. You have a full thickness rotator cuff tear. If it hasn't resolved with time, then some kind of intervention (whether physical therapy, surgery etc.) 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. After a formal assessment, they will be able to prescribe a course of rehabilitative exercises or recommend surgery. Thanks for the update and let us know how you go. Most people regain shoulder function and strength within four to six months after surgery, but full recovery may take up to 12-18 months. I had periodic pain and tingling running all the way down my forearm. For awhile I was able to get my arm somewhat back to normal but wilh slight aching. Methods: Sixty-five consecutive shoulders with a chronic full-thickness supraspinatus tear were repaired arthroscopically in sixty-five patients with use of a tension-band suture technique. 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. I hope I have not waited to long for having this checked, and the only option will be surgery. 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. Don't be afraid to ask your surgeon about all your treatment options. If your primary physician has already made the diagnosis, an orthopaedic surgeon can review both surgical and nonsurgical options and start treatment. If muscles of the rotator cuff are not providing adequate stability throughout the shoulder's range of motion, this can contribute to shoulder impingement and a break down of the supraspinatus tendon. The infraspinatus contains a subtle hypochoic region measuring 0.5cm within the tendon substance consistent concerning for an intrasubstance tear. It seems to be a long recovery period with a great deal of physical therapy following. Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program, Rotator Cuff Tears: Frequently Asked Questions, Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercises. Supraspinatus tear can be caused by lifting something too heavy, falling on your arm, or dislocating your shoulder. Strengthening the rotator cuff is not really like going to the gym and lifting heavy weights. While I cannot comment on your specific case, I am not sure ART (Active Release Techniques) then PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) or Prolotherapy is the approach that is best supported by contemporary scientific evidence for the treatment of supraspinatus tendon tears (or any other rotator cuff tear tendon tear). A supraspinatus tear is the most common malady of the shoulder that appears in my orthopedic practice. Rotator Cuff Tears: Surgical Treatment Options. Should you immobilize or not move a shoulder with a suspected partial rotator cuff tear? There are several video examples to accompany the written explanation. I get asked about this a lot, perhaps I should write a page on rehabilitation following surgical repair of supraspinatus tendon tears! Hi, I have had a partial supraspintus tear for 3 years now, and am wondering if it's too late to anything about it? If it has been a while since the MRI, this may involve getting another one (as tendinosis can weaken the tendon, which may in turn lead to larger tears or even a complete rupture), it may also involve a trial of PT or a referral directly to an orthopedic surgeon. 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. Many will report ongoing symptoms despite several months of medication and limited use of the arm. Does the fact that it mentions there is some retraction mean the tendon is completely torn or is it possible it is only partly torn. Arthroscopy 1993;9(2): 195-200. If you have injured your shoulder or have chronic shoulder and arm pain, it is best to see an orthopaedic surgeon. @anonymous: Hi Elania, Thanks for stopping by and sharing. I am 67 years old and am an artist and my left arm which is the one in question is my dominate arm. This can occur due to trauma or repeated micro-trauma and present as a partial or full-thickness tear. How do you treat a supraspinatus tear? Some people will say that exercises didn't work for them, but it turns out actually doing the exercises (rather than just thinking about them) drastically increases the chance of them being effective! 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. Without seeing the scan or conducting a physical examination, I can only offer some general comments in response. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your interesting story. 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). Waiting until after the delivery of your baby to re-attach the tendon may increase the chance of a poorer outcome (not to mention the difficulty nursing a newborn with only one functional arm). 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. Because of the return of the recent pain, another MRI was ordered and the Radiologist wrote: "1. Following the post-surgery protocol will help minimize the chance of a poor outcome and further problems. I'm not sure whether the doctor you mentioned is a family physician / general practitioner or an orthopedic consultant / surgeon. Quick story on me: I'm 41, male, 5'11", 205. My MRI impression reads: suggestive of a full thickness, obliquely oriented tear through the supraspinatus insertion. Am I destined for surgery in order to regain even 50% of what I've loss or should I try another round of prolotherapy? The presence of greater tuberosity cortical irregularity and joint fluid was most important in the diagnosis of full-thickness supraspinatus . 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). Yes, also a good idea about discussing with your surgeon the potential risks or benefits from delaying surgery in your case. It can reduce (relocate back into the socket) long before someone makes it to a hospital (or an onboard medic!) When a tear occurs, there is frequently atrophy of the muscles around the arm and loss of motion of the shoulder. I have always found the anatomy of the shoulder to be very interesting. I am really concerned about success rates for revision surgery. As another rule of thumb, if you are getting mixed opinions from non-specialist doctors, it is often a good idea to refer you to a specialist (who will have most likely have seen your condition ever other day and have plenty of experience treating it). 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. Mild AC arthropathy. There is some spurring at the glenoid articular surface. A complete, full thickness tear means that the tear goes all the way through the tendon. They may be perfectly justified in their opinion, but if their opinion is based on one or two other specific cases that they know of (or perhaps their own bad experience), it would be a shame to miss out on receiving some potential benefit because a well meaning friend or family is not as well informed on the topic as they may think. and retracted 2 cm. Medium. I've started having a smoothie everyday of red vege's (beetroot) and fruit (all the berries) with a slice of ginger and the big one for inflammation turmeric! I had an arthogram-MRI which showed a 4 mm near full thickness u-shaped tear involving the supraspinatus tendon anteriorly near but not actually at the numeral attachment. These types of pathology are nothing to be sneezed at and have potential to cause quite a lot of pain (which you probably know a thing or two about). However, to date, I am not aware of any rigorous large-scale clinical trials that have demonstrated effectiveness (or otherwise) in humans. Medicine. Full thickness tear means a complete tear of the rotator cuff supraspinatus tendon. If I need surgery,what is the recovry time.. Avoiding work above shoulder height can sometimes avoid aggravating the pain. A few hours after the incident, I was able to seek some medical attention from our on board medic, who believed I had dislocated my shoulder, but was not overly concerned with my condition. The results showed a "partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon, with large swelling and irritation". About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . Moderately large joint effusion. 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). 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