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How Can Rotator Cuff Pain Be Reduced?

I need help to find sleep positions for rotator cuff pain, MRI shows moderately full-thickness in distal supraspinatus tendon. I am a healthy active 80 yr women, former Master s runner (25 years). No definite cause of injury. this is on going for 6-9 months with use of some nonsteroidal meds and two cortisonal injections and PT strength exercises. Like to avoid surgery. Look forward to your ideas. Vicki
posted on Mon, 6 Mar 2017
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Hello,

Most probably pain will be due to age-related wear and tear.

Consult a physiatrist (a doctor specialized in pain and rehab) and start on physiotherapy.

You can also take drugs like tramadol for pain relief.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician

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How Can Rotator Cuff Pain Be Reduced?

Hello, Most probably pain will be due to age-related wear and tear. Consult a physiatrist (a doctor specialized in pain and rehab) and start on physiotherapy. You can also take drugs like tramadol for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician