Shoulders are the most mobile joints in your body; they're also among the easiest to injure. The orthopedic doctors and sports medicine physicians at Bluetail Medical Group in Chesterfield and Columbia, Missouri and Naples, Florida specialize in regenerative medicine treatments to repair rotator cuff tears and injuries, providing pain relief and preventing complications.
What is a Rotator Cuff Tear?
Your rotator cuff is the group of muscles and tendons surrounding your shoulder joint. The rotator cuff keeps the ball of your upper arm firmly in the shoulder socket and allows you to raise and rotate your arm. A rotator cuff tear occurs when one or more of these tendons is damaged. Tears can be partial or complete and can result from acute injuries or develop gradually from overuse.
What Causes Rotator Cuff Injuries?
Rotator cuff injuries can result from sports injuries, falls, repetitive overhead activities, or degenerative changes that occur with age. Some people are at higher risk due to their activities or occupations. Understanding how your rotator cuff was injured helps determine the best treatment approach.
How Can Regenerative Medicine Help?
Regenerative therapies promote healing of rotator cuff tendons and reduce inflammation in the shoulder. Many patients avoid surgery with these advanced treatments, returning to normal function with minimal recovery time. To learn more about platelet-rich plasma, regenerative cellular therapy, and other regenerative treatments for rotator cuff tears and injuries, call or schedule a consultation online.