![Rotator Cuff Tendinitis: Physiotherapy
Management
Assessment and Treatment Approach
Presented by: [Your Name]
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- 1. Rotator Cuff Tendinitis: Physiotherapy Management Assessment and Treatment Approach Presented by: [Your Name] Date: [Date]
- 2. Anatomy of the Shoulder • Bones: Humerus, Scapula, Clavicle Rotator cuff muscles: - Supraspinatus - Infraspinatus - Teres Minor - Subscapularis • Function: Shoulder stabilization and movement
- 3. What is Rotator Cuff Tendinitis? • Inflammation or irritation of the rotator cuff tendons • Commonly affects the supraspinatus tendon • Also called: Shoulder impingement syndrome or tendonitis
- 4. Causes & Risk Factors • Overuse (especially overhead activities) • Poor posture • Age-related degeneration • Trauma or repetitive strain • Muscle imbalances
- 5. Symptoms • Pain with overhead movements • Night pain (especially lying on the affected side) • Weakness in shoulder • Decreased range of motion • Clicking or catching sensation
- 6. Diagnosis • Clinical tests: - Neer’s Impingement Test - Hawkins-Kennedy Test - Empty Can Test • Imaging (if required): MRI or Ultrasound
- 7. Physiotherapy Goals • Reduce pain and inflammation • Restore range of motion • Strengthen rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers • Improve posture and biomechanics • Prevent recurrence
- 8. Acute Phase Management • Rest and activity modification • Ice therapy • Pain-free ROM exercises • Isometric shoulder exercises • Education
- 9. Subacute to Late Phase • Stretching tight structures (posterior capsule, pecs) • Strengthening: - Rotator cuff (e.g.,Theraband ER/IR) - Scapular stabilizers (e.g., serratus anterior, trapezius) • Posture correction exercises • Functional training
- 10. Return to Activity • Sport-specific or work-specific retraining • Emphasis on proper biomechanics • Gradual return with load progression
- 12. Adjunct Therapies • Taping • Ultrasound therapy • Dry needling • Manual therapy
- 13. Prevention Tips • Proper warm-up before activity • Strength and flexibility maintenance • Avoid repetitive overhead loading • Ergonomic adjustments
- 14. Summary • Early diagnosis and rehab are key • Structured physiotherapy can prevent chronicity • Patient education improves compliance and outcomes
- 15. References • APTA Guidelines • NICE Clinical Guidelines • Ortho Bulletins