Shoulder Impingement Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Rotator Cuff Tear
The rotator cuff is the name given to the group of muscles found in and around the shoulder. These muscles help to stabilize the shoulder joint. In some cases, a shoulder impingement can result in a rotator cuff tear. This is the name given to an injury to one or more of the muscles or tendons in the rotator cuff.
A shoulder impingement can cause the tendon to tear and, in some cases, it might even cause it to tear in two pieces. A rotator cuff tear will have similar symptoms to a shoulder impingement, although they are likely to be more severe.
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