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Rotator Cuff Tear

Everything you need to know about rotator cuff injuries — from imaging and surgery decisions to rebuilding pain-free shoulder strength.

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Rotator Cuff Tear

Overview

Symptoms

Assessment

Treatment

Recovery Timeline

Exercises

Products

Prevention

Your Recovery Roadmap

Phase 1

0 – 3 Weeks

Reduce pain and protect the tendon

Phase 2

2 – 8 Weeks

Restore pain-free motion and scapular control

Phase 3

6 – 16 Weeks

Rebuild cuff strength and overhead control

Phase 4

3 – 6 Months

Sport-specific loading and return to play

When to See a Doctor

VIDEO

Rotator Cuff Rehab Exercise Walkthrough

12:10

PDF

Rotator Cuff Recovery Timeline (Download)

PDF Guide

ARTICLE

Rehab vs. Surgery: Making the Call

7 min read

CHECKLIST

Return to Overhead Sport Checklist

PDF Checklist

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