Is your shoulder pain a simple strain or a structural tear? Learn the red flag symptoms that indicate you need an MRI and a specialist consultation.
Lecturer & Consultant of Orthopedic Surgery (Faculty of Medicine) | Specialist in Knee & Shoulder Surgery
The rotator cuff is a group of four distinct muscles and their tendons, covering the head of the humerus. A tear in these tendons is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain.
Dr. Mohamed Labib performs specialized clinical tests (like the Jobe test or Drop Arm test) during examination. To confirm the diagnosis and measure the exact size of the tear, an MRI scan is mandatory. Ignoring a torn rotator cuff can lead to the tear widening, muscle atrophy, and eventually a complex condition called cuff tear arthropathy.
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The tear will likely enlarge over time. Eventually, the detached muscle transforms into fat (fatty atrophy), making surgical repair impossible and leading to severe arthritis.
Not always. Small or partial tears in older patients may be managed with injections and physical therapy. Complete tears in active individuals require arthroscopic repair.
Book your consultation with Dr. Mohamed Labib today and get a professional medical assessment for your condition at our New Cairo clinic.
