Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Rotator cuff injury
Having rotator cuff injury in left hand. Can I can be heal without surgery. How much time I should visit doctor, I am from Pondicherry
Answers (3)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Rotator cuff can be very well treated without surgery if tear is partial and you have good range of motion without weakness. Need to see you mri films to guide you further and may be talk to you
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+163
Hello
Treatment depends upon the severity of injury of rotator cuff.
70% can be treated with restrictions and strengthening excercises.
Next Steps
if possible do send me MRI films and reports so that I can suggest u better
Health Tips
avoid weight lifting and overhead activities
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Sivaraman B
Orthopedic surgeon
28 yrs exp
Chennai
If it is full thickness tear of cuff - it won’t heal. Better to have it repaired. Opinion given by Shoulder and Elbow consultant
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.