The rotator cuff is the group of four tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. Rotator cuff damage can occur from an acute injury or repetitive wear and tear to the tendons. Minor strain injuries can progress to a partial tear of the tendons or a complete rupture of the muscles with loss of shoulder joint function.

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="7jqsv-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7jqsv-0-0"><span data-text="true">A rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons surrounding the join of the shoulder. Few body parts are most well known for their ability to become injured. Due to its heavy involvement in physical activity, the rotator cuff is one of these few. When it becomes injured, it becomes swollen and inflamed. </span></span><span class="complexword"><span data-offset-key="7jqsv-1-0"><span data-text="true">In addition</span></span></span><span data-offset-key="7jqsv-2-0"><span data-text="true"> to injury, this area can experience rotator cuff disease. Pain and swelling to the cuff can also come with age. Repeated overuse results in the bursa becoming inflamed and the tendons tearing. If left untreated, rotator cuff disease can develop into arthritis. Speedy diagnoses and treatment can prevent these complications.</span></span></div>
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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="fm766-0-0"><span data-offset-key="fm766-0-0"><span data-text="true">You can tell you have an injury to this part because of pain in the shoulders, arms, and elbows. The pain can occur after lifting weights, and reaching for or throwing an object. Sleeping on the injured shoulder can exacerbate the pain and the injury itself. Doctors use physical examinations, imaging tests, and x-rays to diagnose this condition.</span></span></div>
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