Rotator Cuff - Shoulder Injury Rehabilitation Specialists North London
The Rotator Cuff consists of the Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Sub-Scapularis and the Teres Major/Minor. Each of these has their own specific function but it is becoming increasingly well known that they very rarely work in complete isolation.
Treatment of Rotator Cuff pathology is difficult and can be a long and frustrating process. We aim to work with you to reduce this pain and get your function back to normal in the quickest time frame possible.
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North London Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment
The most commonly irritated muscle is the Supraspinatus and this is what can sometimes be referred to as ‘shoulder impingement syndrome’. In a close second though, usually, is the Infraspinatus muscle. These two muscles are commonly weak or tight because the more superior and larger muscle ‘the Deltoid’ (main shoulder muscle) takes over a lot of the actions that the Rotator Cuff should be doing. Then, when we rely on it to help us out the Rotator Cuff complex is too weak so becomes irritated and stiff to add the stability that we so desperately need.
More often than not rotator cuff issues can be managed conservatively with specific rehabilitation exercises and manual therapy.
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How can Bodylogics help you with your Rotator Cuff injury?
Our team of therapists work with shoulder pathology every day. It is proposed that at any point in a lifetime, 92% of the population will suffer from some form of shoulder pain and that in any one year, up to 50% of the population will suffer from some form of shoulder pain. These numbers mean we see a lot of these types of conditions and have built up a wealth of experience in treating them successfully.
At Bodylogics, we know that this process can be a lengthy one. We work with you to obtain successful outcomes but we also don’t shy away from the fact that this condition can take a long time to treat. This isn’t a sales pitch. Far from it. It is in fact the reality of shoulder pain and its presentation. Some people make rapid progress and others can take a little longer than expected to progress. This is nothing to worry about though, it is perfectly normal.
Why does this condition take so long to recover from?
This is a common question which we are often asked and the answer is complex. Rotator Cuff pathology can sometimes be attributed to tears within the supraspinatus – however, their cause is said to be due to compression on the acromial process and this leads to the tear forming but research is showing that the tear is on the underside of the tendon which puts into question the cause of the pathology. It is these conflicting correlations which make it hard to directly quantify the pain felt in this condition.
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What should I expect from my treatment and rehabilitation?
At Bodylogics, we have high expectations of you as a patient and the outcomes you can achieve and it is only fair and correct that you have these same high expectations of us. We work with you throughout the entirety of your journey. We are always on hand for quick advice and questions regarding the exercises we prescribe and always look to make each session with us a development in your pathway to recovery.
We use a wide range of techniques to get you back to your best. This may mean sometimes we focus on manual therapy techniques to settle pain and relieve tightness and then in other sessions we may focus more on the strengthening process that is required to get your shoulder back to where it needs to be at.
Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation Specialists in North London
Our team of specialists will help you understand your condition and advise on the best way to treat your symptoms. We will work with you to develop a robust and thorough programme to rehabilitate and return your rotator cuff to its best.
Our work sees us helping patients recovering from rotator cuff surgical intervention. Whilst this would never be our first line of treatment (surgery), we do often work very closely with orthopaedic clinics across the London area in helping pre-operative patients reduce their pain and discomfort before their procedure. We would then see them again for their post-operative rehabilitation as we work towards a full recovery.
Contact our Specialists in North London
We know that things must be hard if you are researching and considering which clinic to choose. We would be delighted to help you achieve your goals and work with you on your journey to success. If you wished to discuss things further then please feel free to fill out our contact form by clicking through the link on this page and we would be happy to speak with you over the phone to answer any questions or queries you may have. Alternatively, call us whenever you are ready and we will get someone to speak with you as soon as it is possible.