Alex Can a rotator cuff injury cause an MRI?
Not all shoulder pain and injury to the rotator cuff is cause for an MRI. Dr. Noerdlinger explains, “Only three things will limit external rotation: arthritis, a posteriorly dislocated shoulder and frozen shoulder. Both arthritis and a posteriorly dislocated shoulder can be diagnosed on plain x-ray.
When do you need an MRI for a shoulder injury?
As our experts discussed, we may choose to MRI your shoulder if : 1 Your diagnosis is in doubt 2 You have not responded to physical therapy and we want to assess the quality of your rotator cuff 3 You have suffered a severe injury and present with weakness
Can a labrum tear be found on a shoulder MRI?
A suspected labrum tear is a very common finding on shoulder MRI and again the finding has to be understood based upon your symptoms and your history.
How is arthroscopic surgery used to treat shoulder impingement?
The arthroscopic procedure used to correct impingement is known as a subacromial decompression. The aim of the surgery is to increase the space between the rotator cuff and the top of the shoulder (known as the acromion). When performing subacromial decompression, your surgeon may remove the bursa alone or some of the undersurfaces of the acromion.
Not all shoulder pain and injury to the rotator cuff is cause for an MRI. Dr. Noerdlinger explains, “Only three things will limit external rotation: arthritis, a posteriorly dislocated shoulder and frozen shoulder. Both arthritis and a posteriorly dislocated shoulder can be diagnosed on plain x-ray.
As our experts discussed, we may choose to MRI your shoulder if : 1 Your diagnosis is in doubt 2 You have not responded to physical therapy and we want to assess the quality of your rotator cuff 3 You have suffered a severe injury and present with weakness
A suspected labrum tear is a very common finding on shoulder MRI and again the finding has to be understood based upon your symptoms and your history.
Can a shoulder injury cause a rotator cuff injury?
Frequent use of the shoulder can also cause severe problems with the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is the name for four distinct muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder, that provide strength and stability during motion.