1.5 cm Focal Rotator Cuff Tear: Symptoms & Treatment
A 1.5 cm focal rotator cuff tear is a partial tear of the rotator cuff tendons (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis) that stabilize the shoulder joint. Typically caused by overuse or acute trauma.
Symptoms
- Shoulder pain (especially overhead or at night)
- Weakness lifting or rotating the arm
- Stiffness and limited range of motion
Treatment Options
- Physical therapy – strengthen surrounding muscles, improve mechanics.
- Corticosteroid injections – reduce inflammation and pain.
- Surgery – arthroscopic repair if conservative measures fail.
Early intervention often yields good outcomes.
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