In terms of some general information that may be of interest to you, there are a couple of things I can share from my perspective. 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. . @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. I hope your shoulder has now recovered! I know that since it has been years since seeing a dr about it that I should make an appointment, but what is your opinion of my situation? 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.). Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program, Rotator Cuff Tears: Frequently Asked Questions, Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercises. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. It sounds like you are on the right track with your surgeon and physical therapist. Must also have to bring the arm back with my other arm if I am lying and have the arm overheadwhich now longer will lie flat on the floor if it is overhead.It has been recommende to do ART then PRP and possibly prolotherapy. infraspinatus tendon had full-thickness tear . I received my first steroid injection treatment during the summer of 2011 and went through a lengthy 6 moth physical therapy treatment. What little I have done has given me improvement. With full thickness tears the entire tendon has separated or torn from the bone. At the . Particularly about what many people are likely to experience during the often long road to recovery. A few months passed, and I was called into the orthopedic surgen, who was a shoulder specialist, for a "pre surgery consultation". its been 5 months since my partialthickness tear of mysupraspinatus the the footplate..im 56 and also have degenerative change o the acromioclavicular joint impinging on the supraspinatus at the myotendinous junctionNarrowing of the acromiohumral distancetenosynovitis of the lpng head of the bicepswill I need surgery???? 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. For awhile I was able to get my arm somewhat back to normal but wilh slight aching. However, worse yet would be delaying in such a way that you miss out on falling pregnant or delivering a healthy baby. Arthroscopy 1994;10(5):518-523. Let us know how things turn out for you. 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)! I was released from the P.T. Im a bodybuilder for years but I'm getting old. A couple of final remarks that may unfortunately muddy the waters for you: Adhesive capsulitis generally resolves without the need for surgery, and aggressive physical therapy may actually worsen the symptoms in some cases. Three techniques are used for rotator cuff repair: Traditional open repair Mini-open repair Arthroscopic repair Your orthopaedic surgeon can recommend which technique is best for you. Children are such a blessing and that time nursing your newborn is such a special and important time. 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. The goal of acromioplasty is to increase the size of the subacromial space. (Right) A full-thickness tear in the supraspinatus tendon. 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. What does he mean by my tendon is failing? Additionally, surgery may be recommended for complete tears that are acute and due to a trauma. coracoacromial ligament. However, host cases are the result of the tendon wearing down over time, which is known as a degenerative tear. It is not possible for me to give you any specific advice over the internet etc., but here are some general thoughts. Bursal side: tears on the top of the tendon. Three kids will no doubt also be keeping you busy and missing out sleep because of your shoulder pain doesn't sound like much fun. All material on this website is protected by copyright. Don't even think you won't need help, because you'll need help with even the most basic daily tasks. Since most rotator cuff tendons are about as wide as three of your fingers, a small tear would be one the size of your fingernail or smaller (less than one centimeter of tendon torn) (Figure 7). This type of test uses sound waves to produce images of structures within your body, particularly soft tissues such as muscles and tendons. ), while others do not. 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. I am 55 and active, so I don't want to hurt my "golden" years, so I am not sure what to think. I have continued to have problems with my arm and initially was told that I had a partial tear of my rotator cuff. In this study, 24 patients who had full thickness supraspinatus tears and who opted to forego surgery were tracked over time. That being said, I am scheduled for surgery on 6 Nov. (See Fig. Partial thickness tears. I see this is true of SSGtomn who has left a comment already. I am really concerned about success rates for revision surgery. shoulder or arm weakness. However, I think the most important thing you mentioned was falling pregnant. The blue arrows indicate a full-thickness tear in the supraspinatus tendon, the most common location for rotator cuff tears. 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. Had mild discomfort in shoulder for a few weeks in August. Medicine and physiotherapy often help in reducing pain but the effect is temporary. J Bone . 2. mild labral degeneration. LOTS of heavy benching, etc. I am sorry I can't provide you specific advice over the internet. Subacromial decompression surgery is the most common option to open up the subacromial space and is combined with a rotator cuff repair if the supraspinatus tendon is torn. Unfortunately I can't give you specific advice over the internet. All the best with it. 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). The types of findings you have described are consistent with some quite substantial pathology in your shoulder. Thanks to my hubby for finding this site. This will help you figure out what you are deciding between. Can a supraspinatus tendon tear heal itself? An orthopedic surgeon will be able to provide you with all the information you need regarding surgery, however, regarding exercises to return to badminton it might be wise to see a physical therapist (also known as physiotherapist) who specialises in sports injuries and rehabilitation. ; 3; Where can I found documentation in the web for the rehabilitation? Because of the risk of infection and and nerve damage. If you get a chance please let us know how you go. Thanks. I appreciate your thoughts on this matter. Good luck with your next round of surgery or therapies! I sleep fine as it does not hurt to lay on my back. 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. Surgical repairs can be compromised when post-operative instructions are not followed, so if you have surgery make sure you know exactly what you should and should not do! 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. 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. pain management and physical therapy) may be the first choice to see if surgery can be avoided. 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. The presence of greater tuberosity cortical irregularity and joint fluid was most important in the diagnosis of full-thickness supraspinatus . 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). My arm is very weak. A moderate size full thickness tear . Do I will need surgery? I've only got a couple of minutes, so I'll keep this short. Here is some general information that may be useful. Popping noises can occur for a variety of reasons, the most common of which are completely normal. I left out a bunch of other things that are normal. However, given that you already have an MRI it sounds like you are already under the care of your doctor, which is great. Full thickness tear means a complete tear of the rotator cuff supraspinatus tendon. I am sorry I can't offer specific advice without a proper assessment, but seeing an orthopedic specialist or physical therapist in your local area sounds like a good idea. The radiomics model of full- or partial-thickness tears displayed moderate performance with an accuracy of 76.4%, a sensitivity of 79.2%, and a specificity of 74.3% for . When I went in, he told me that after looking at my MRI, he did not think that anything was necessary, and instead wanted me to go back into physical therapy and continue to get steroid injection treatments. but can get back fairly good motion about the shoulder . Supraspinatus tear: If you want a chance for a full recovery surgeryis your best option. X-rays are often not very useful in diagnosing shoulder injuries. @anonymous: Thanks for keeping us up to date. If you have persistent pain or weakness in your shoulder that does not improve with nonsurgical treatment. A recent study from Kim et al 19 used en masse suture bridge techniques for full-thickness supraspinatus tears. Getting a second opinion when you are not sure about your first is also often a good idea. So my tear went from a near full thickness tear to a full thickness tear. My husband just had and MRI and it showed a Nonretracted small insertion full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus tendon. As I think you already suspect, an MRI is likely to have greater diagnostic accuracy for ruling out (or in) the involvement of other structures in your shoulder, such as the long head of Biceps Brachi. It is difficult to know whether your husband will need surgery based on this information alone. Your question regarding using a graft of some sort to help repair a rotator cuff tendon is an interesting one. These include . This muscle is often used by people who practice different types of sports, including swimming, racquetball and throwing spears or weights. 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. I can reach behind my back ok. It did manage to decrease my overall pain but I still feel like I'm suffering unnecessarily. 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. She did an MRI and said it was tendonosis, and suggested PT. The tendon will usually retract if a full rupture has occurred. 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. 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. Full thickness tear of the anterior insertional fibers of the supraspinatus tendon with a 1cm retraction and no evidence of supraspinatus muscular atrophy. Follow up not til next Wednesday. @anonymous: Hi Hans, Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story. Risk of infection and nerve damage are worthy of consideration for any surgery, particularly one as involved as a reverse shoulder replacement. 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. Severe pain after. What I think is more common, is two doctors not taking the time to explain something in normal everyday language and ensuring their patients have understood whatever it is they are trying to say (so lots of people feel like they are being told different things)! How do you treat a supraspinatus tear? When the most effective non-surgical interventions (such as physical therapy) have not been able to provide sufficient relief of symptoms, then arthroscopic shoulder surgery is often considered. . I am sorry, I can't give you specific advice over the internet about whether you will need surgery or not. Can a full thickness tear of the supraspinatus heal without surgery? Quick story on me: I'm 41, male, 5'11", 205. The classic full thickness rotator cuff tendon tear involves the supraspinatus and then progresses to involve the long head of biceps, followed by the infraspinatus and subscapularis. Symptomatic full thickness rotator cuff tears can be managed surgically. Arthroscopic subacromial decompression in the treatment of full thickness rotator cuff tears: a 3- to 6-year follow-up. There may also be insurance implications etc. Thanks for stopping by, you have raised some very good questions. I am wondering if I can recover without a surgery option. While it is estimated that 65-70% of all shoulder pain involves the rotator cuff tendon, it has been estimated that 5 to 40 % of people without shoulder pain have full-thickness tears of the rotator cuff. Keep in touch to let us know how you go. The tendons may tear from their attachment either after an injury such as a fall or from long-term wear and tear. Good luck! Partial or full thickness tears that are not complete ruptures are generally far more common than complete ruptures (not common, but require surgery with some level of urgency). Supraspinatus tendon tears require specific rehabilitation of the rotator cuff and muscles that stabilize the shoulder blade. Thank you for the info posted on this page. Could this require surgery. If not what is this indictative of. This may give you relief, even if you have been getting symptoms for a few years. I am really hoping to find some outside advice. 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. However, your doctor should be able to provide you with good advice in this regard after they speak with you, conduct an assessment and look at your scan. Thoughts on surgery? This can occur due to trauma or repeated micro-trauma and present as a partial or full-thickness tear. They decided to do a re examination of my MRI to see if there was something they were missing. I was an elite athlete most of my life and have accepted that I will no longer be able to return to my sport 100%. People who have partial thickness supraspinatus tendon tears following a fall or mechanical trauma often report similar symptoms to people with whiplash associated disorders (aka whiplash). If you have injured your shoulder or have chronic shoulder and arm pain, it is best to see an orthopaedic surgeon. 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. From my experience, orthopedic surgeons are not usually eager to perform surgery for something like this unless they think there is a good chance of a favorable outcome. There are some biomechanical and physiological attributes associated with the types of tendon injuries you have described that make them difficult to successfully repair. I'm sorry to hear of your shoulder trouble. Most people who do have surgery experience acute pain during the first few days (although the acute pain medications usually help with this). Family is important, and I would not encourage people to discard their advice or offend their family and friends, but definitely weigh up advice on its merit. Here is a link to a recent academic journal article on the topic that should be free to access. Front view (left) and overhead view (right) of the tendons that form the rotator cuff. 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. Pain can also be brought on by laying on the side. I have had shoulder pain for years and years. 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). In 9 of the 24 the tear was smaller. Although very uncommon, it is possible that the report did contain an error. Any suggestions and generally how long is the recovery period? Good luck! It was then I found out how messed up my shoulder actually is 1. It also allows a quick comparison between the affected shoulder and the healthy shoulder. Other symptoms of a subscapularis tear are unique to this injury. patients should expect to return to full work duty by 6-10 months after surgery. I was referred to a surgeon who stated that they could not repair the rotator cuff due to the size of the tear from a surgical standpoint. Thanks for the update and let us know how you go. Without seeing the scan or conducting a physical examination, I can only offer some general comments in response. 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! I can say though that PT's are trained to help people with painful ROM. 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.). Having pain and sub-optimal shoulder functioning while you are nursing would not be ideal. bone spurs and/or rotator cuff tears. If not then, your surgeon will be able to give the likely benefits, risks and recovery time following surgery. At 55 years of age you still have a lot of living still to do, so don't be afraid to talk openly with your doctor about the success rates for all of the options available to you, and the likely recovery times involved. Tendonosis literally means chronic pathology without inflammation (i.e. Now, my Ortho doc #2 who recommended i do the MRI also reccomends a surgery to fix the tear. . It is possible this tear may communicate with the bursal surface anteriorly. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that come together as tendons to form a "cuff," or cover, over the head of the humerus (upper arm bone). I appreciate your thoughts on this matter. When you speak to your doctor and discuss your plan for treatment, make sure you discuss any relevant work / sport related activities so you both know what to expect. >5cm), depth (partial or full thickness), degree of fatty infiltration (Goutallier. The researchers used a custom-built shoulder testing system to measure the effects of varying loads placed on the muscles of the rotator cuff and parascapular muscles. Osteophytes and inferior capsular swelling indents the superior margin of the mytendinous junction of supraspinatus. I am sorry I can't give you specific advice but here is some general information that may be useful to you. You're more likely to be at risk of a supraspinatus tear if: you're over the age of 40. I worked closely with a physiotherapist for a good four months and pain got worse. He says the tendon is fraying like a ropethat he would need to reattach to the bone. @anonymous: mike but not dr. mike. You have a full thickness rotator cuff tear. I could write another article regarding shoulder surgery for rotator cuff tears (perhaps another day!). It allows a provider to assess the structures of your shoulder during movement. Good luck! 2. If in doubt call your surgeons office. 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. Symptomatic full thickness rotator cuff tears can be managed surgically. What does all that mean in simple layman terms? Partial or Full-Thickness Tear If there is a partial or full-thickness tear (but not a complete rupture) surgery may or may not be required and is best discussed with your orthopedic surgeon and/or physical therapist after appropriate imaging investigations have been undertaken. Thanks for stopping by and sharing. I guess my question is does this always require surgery? There are other things your physical therapist may be able to help you with to give you some relief in the short term. So don't give up on your ambition to participate in exercise. Also an ex ray of my shoulder "Demonstrate my humeral head close to abutting my acromion. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their associated tendons that originate from locations on the scapula and insert onto the humeral head. D.C. Stitch positioning influences the suture hold in supraspinatus tendon repair. Nonetheless, it worth noting that as a general principle, synovial fluid is very important and helps lubricate the joint. Infraspinatus tendon is somewhat hetrogeneous in its deep attachment with what appears to be intra-substance tears down to enthesopathic change at footprint. Should you tell him what the other surgeons name is and what they advised. There are many sub-types of SLAP tears and varying severity. Remaining tendons of the rotator cuff are normal in signal and morphology. I'm 43 and have been suffering from shoulder issues for over a year. I experienced a fall on August 31, 2012. The rehabilitation after surgery is likely to take time. is likely to be required if you want less shoulder pain. 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. 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. Supraspinatus tear can be caused by lifting something too heavy, falling on your arm, or dislocating your shoulder. If you have only seen your family physician or general practitioner so far it would be a good idea to ask them about a referral to an orthopedic specialist who primarily treats patients with shoulder conditions. @pawpaw911: Hi Pawpaw911, thanks for dropping by. The technicians wont say more and nor will my doctor. @DrMikeM: Thank you Dr. Mike for answering my question. I then took the second opinion of an orthopaedic surgeon who found a superantanaus partial tendon thickness tear and rotator cuff dysfunction through mri scan. Your orthopaedic surgeon can prescribe an appropriate program based on your needs and the findings at surgery. 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. I am sorry I am unable to provide any specific advice over the internet without conducting a physical examination etc. Methods: Between 1995 and 1999, 139 full arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs were performed; 37 were repairs of full-thickness supraspinatus tears. Medicine. Have been directed to work with a physical therapist and so far have not seen mprovement after two weeks but staying hopefull. Hey DrMikeM doin some research and came across your sight and thought I'd add my two cents. I just received my MRI report which states : supraspinatus tendon is thickened and immediate in signal, with a small 3mm (transverse) x 3mm (AP) full thickness footplate tear. My MRI impression reads: suggestive of a full thickness, obliquely oriented tear through the supraspinatus insertion. For all you that are going to have this surgery be prepared for the long haul you will feel the feelings of uselessness, frustration, anger, and people looking at you like your full of it hang in there! Being referrfed to a shoulder specialist Tuesday. Your surgeon (and the anesthetist) will not want to perform elective orthopedic surgery while you are pregnant to re-attach the tendon. Advice welcomed. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story with everyone! Full thickness tears: usually categorized by size in centimeters. Most people regain shoulder function and strength within four to six months after surgery, but full recovery may take up to 12-18 months. Ongoing serious pain influencing daily life, sleep etc. If you give PT a go, make sure you follow their instructions and specific techniques for the exercises they give you (most likely to strengthen your rotator cuff). Dr. Burks explains what the injury is and when to . Muscular and tendinous structures including remaining portions of the rotator cuff are also felt to remain otherwise unremarkable in signal and morphology. Good luck! Advertisement. My doctor has told me I need to have arthroscopic revision rotator cuff repair. I tried to figure out what the onset was, but could never figure it out, it just seemed completely random. MRI states high grade articular surface partial thickness tear of the posterior spinatus tendon without retraction or atrophy. If you have been diagnosed with a partial thickness tear and begin experiencing more pain you should talk to your orthopaedic surgeon. I was told that they were now wanting to do surgery to actually go in and see what they might be able to do to repair some of the damage they thought they saw. I am sure lots of people would like to hear how it turns out for you. Like Helpful Hug REPLY 6 months ago a different ortho diagnosed the problem as frozen shoulder and gave me a cortizone shot followed by physio therapy for few weeks. This information is provided as an educational service and is not intended to serve as medical advice. 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. The supraspinatus tendon runs from the muscle body through quite a narrow gap under the acromion. 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. there is no focal atrophy or fatty infiltration.that is my M.R. 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