What Are 2 Warning Signs Of A Rotator Cuff Tear?

The common question is what are two warning signs of rotator cuff tear? The number one thing that indicates you have a rotator cuff tear is that it affects your sleep at night. You cannot sleep at night, and your shoulder wakes you up.

The second would be the pain associated with daily living activities, such as putting on a coat, reaching behind your back, reaching up for something high in a cabinet. It can also be pain with really high-demand activities, like lifting weights, working out, playing golf or tennis, or things like that. For patients dealing with severe structural damage that disrupts daily life, undergoing a modern same day shoulder surgery allows the tendon to be repaired using advanced, minimally invasive techniques so you can return home hours later.

Everybody’s a little different in terms of how much it impacts them. But the number one thing we see is if it affects your sleep at night, the chance of a full-thickness tear on the rotator cuff increases exponentially. Partnering with a dedicated Dallas Shoulder Surgeon who uses high-volume, advanced diagnostic tools is the best way to get an ultra-fast, accurate diagnosis and a customized care plan tailored to your lifestyle.

Find out how to effectively treat your rotator cuff tear. Book an appointment with Dr. Kevin Kruse at (469) 804-5977 today.

If your symptoms are ongoing or getting worse, it can help to learn more about rotator cuff tears and when specialist evaluation may be appropriate.