{"id":2641,"date":"2018-07-12T10:58:52","date_gmt":"2018-07-12T08:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/rotator-cuff\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T16:05:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:05:52","slug":"rotator-cuff","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/en\/rotator-cuff\/","title":{"rendered":"Rotator Cuff"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>What is the Rotator Cuff?<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rotatorenmanschette alignnone wp-image-2890 size-full\" title=\"rotator cuff\" src=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rotator-cuff.jpg\" alt=\"Rotator cuff\" width=\"1000\" height=\"707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rotator-cuff.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rotator-cuff-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rotator-cuff-768x543.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The rotator cuff is a <strong>tendinous plate<\/strong> into which several muscles insert. It covers the head of the humerus and is primarily responsible for <strong>shoulder movement<\/strong>. The four inner shoulder muscles from which these tendons originate help the upper arm with lifting and rotation. In the event of a tear, there is a restricted range of motion in the shoulder joint. The pain can radiate into the upper arm.<\/p>\n<h2>Cause of Rotator Cuff Tear<\/h2>\n<p>There are two <strong>main causes<\/strong> for a rotator cuff tear:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Degeneration<\/li>\n<li>Injury<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Rotator cuff injuries most commonly occur due to <strong>overuse during overhead activities<\/strong> and <strong>heavy lifting<\/strong>. <strong>Sports injuries<\/strong> or a <strong>fall<\/strong> can also be the cause. However, rotator cuff tears can also occur in patients who do not engage in sports or physical exertion. In this case, the cause is the <strong>natural aging and wear and tear<\/strong> of the muscles and tendons.<\/p>\n<h2>Symptoms of a Rotator Cuff Tear<\/h2>\n<p>If the rotator cuff tendon tear is recent, affected individuals complain of <strong>stabbing pain<\/strong> when moving the arm upwards. Additionally, there is a <strong>loss of arm strength<\/strong>. The pain often occurs <strong>at night<\/strong>, especially when lying on the side of the affected shoulder.<\/p>\n<h2>Diagnosis of Rotator Cuff Tear<\/h2>\n<p>The diagnosis is made clinically. Specific tests can precisely determine which tendon is torn. <strong>X-rays<\/strong> and <strong>Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)<\/strong> are necessary for further clarification. An ultrasound examination may also be required.<\/p>\n<h2>Therapy for Rotator Cuff Injury<\/h2>\n<p>For small tears or existing tendon degeneration, a <strong>non-operative therapeutic approach<\/strong> can be chosen.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on the extent, the following are used:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>anti-inflammatory pain relievers<\/li>\n<li>therapeutic exercises<\/li>\n<li>physical therapy measures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For larger tears and when conservative measures are ineffective, <strong>surgical intervention<\/strong> is required. The earlier the intervention is performed, the better the chances of success and healing outcomes. The goal is the stable repair of the torn tendon.<br \/>\nThe operation is performed using <strong>arthroscopic &#8220;all-inside&#8221; technique<\/strong>, as well as mini-open technique.<\/p>\n<h2>Aftercare<\/h2>\n<p>After the operation, the shoulder must be immobilized for approximately 6 \u2013 8 weeks for optimal healing. Physical therapy is then necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/en\/shoulder-specialist-vienna\/\">shoulder specialist in Vienna<\/a>? Do not hesitate to contact me. My practice in<a href=\"https:\/\/wiener-privatklinik.com\/\"><strong>\u00a0the Wiener Privatklinik<\/strong> <\/a>is centrally located in the 9th district of Vienna.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"spezialist rotatorenmanschette alignnone wp-image-2397 size-full\" title=\"rotator cuff specialist\" src=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dr-mark-schurz.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dr-mark-schurz.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fraktur.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dr-mark-schurz-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Mark Schurz<\/p>\n<h2><strong><a class=\"maxbutton-18 maxbutton maxbutton-contact\" href=\"https:\/\/fraktur.at\/en\/contact\/\"><span class='mb-text'>CONTACT<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] What is the Rotator Cuff? &nbsp; The rotator cuff is a tendinous plate into which several muscles insert. 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