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Rotator Cuff TendinosisThe rotator cuff, or rotor cuff, is a group of 4 tendons that allow the arm and shoulder to complete various movements in multiple directions. The tendons of the rotator cuff are very susceptible to injury, given the instability of the shoulder joint, their function to hold the humerus to the glenoid cavity, and the fact that we use our shoulder joints for so many things in day to day life. ![]() Rotator cuff tendinosis is a non-inflammatory degeneration of the collagen fibers of a rotator cuff tendon. The four possible tendons that can be affected by tendinosis are the supraspinatus tendon, the infraspinatus tendon, the teres minor tendon and the subscapularis tendon. Although it is not a part of the rotator cuff, the long head of the biceps tendon may also develop tendinosis, causing pain in your shoulder. When you are diagnosed with rotator cuff tendinosis, one or more of the tendons in the rotator cuff have developed small tears in its sheath, the tissue surrounding the tendon. The speed of tissue damage exceeds the healing process and eventually the accumulation of damage to the tendon is not able to heal properly. The tendon fibers break down to a point where the once straight, strong, flexible bundle of collagen fibers become weakened by abnormally formed fibers that look more like a mess of strands. Rotator cuff tendinosis tissue breakdown is often caused by repetitive stress on the tendon fibers. Overuse and not enough time to rest does not allow the tendon’s fibers the time required to heal properly. Tendinosis can also occur following an acute injury to the rotator cuff tendon, however, it does not appear until long after the injury occurs. If an acute injury is not given enouch rest to heal, re-injury may continue to occur faster than the tendon can heal. This will eventually lead to degeneration of the collagen fibres as well. Since there is no inflammation with tendinosis you may not experience swelling, heat or redness. However, you will experience pain, tenderness and stiffness within the tendons of the rotator cuff where the tissue degeneration has occurred. Rotator Cuff Tendinosis SymptomsSymptoms of rotator cuff tendinosis come on gradually over time, eventually making shoulder movements quite uncomfortable. With tendinosis you may experience: ![]()
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis Causes
Tendinosis Treatments - What You Can Do!The trick to treating tendinosis is promoting the regeneration and realignment of type I collagen tissue to replace the abnormal collagen tissue that has formed over time. In addition, it is essential to soften the scar tissue that has built up to reduce the tightness and improve the elasticity of your rotator cuff tendon. ![]() Therapeutic ultrasound is an incredibly effective and painless method that promotes the growth of normal collagen tissue in the tendon while minimizing the creation of scar tissue and softening scar tissue that has already developed. Without therapeutic ultrasound the abnormal collagen fibres will continue to form as damage occurs leaving your tendon soft, weak and at risk of a complete rupture. Although resting your injured shoulder is an important part of the healing process, resting a tendon inflicted with tendinosis too much can result in the entire area becoming weak and vulnerable to significantly reducing the range of motion or increasing the chance of chronic pain or re-injury. Therefore, it is recommended that you continue to use your rotator cuff gently to prevent the shoulder from weakening and atrophy setting in. Gradual physical therapy exercises are recommended along with ultrasound and Blood Flow Stimulation Therapy. Due to scar tissue build up on the tendon and the amount of abnormally formed collagen, it can takes months to soften the scar tissue and improve the tissue of the tendon. With therapeutic ultrasound and Blood Flow Stimulation Therapy (BFST®) you can treat scar tissue and promote blood flow to heal your supraspinatus and other tendons faster and more completely than any other methods available. Ultrasound TherapyTreating tendinosis with therapeutic ultrasound will assist in the realignment of the collagen fibres in your rotator cuff tendons. Therapeutic ultrasound promotes the formation of type 1 collagen, the collagen that exists in healthy tendon fibres. It is important to regenerate the tendon fibres and get them back to normal in order to beat tendinosis once and for all and improve the strength of your shoulder. During the healing process, scar tissue builds on the tendon and can attach the inner layers of the tendon to the surrounding paratenon that it glides through, limiting the flexibility and movement of the tendon. Fortunately, you can treat your supraspinatus tendon with therapeutic ultrasound to soften scar tissue and improve the gliding motion and flexibility. Not only does ultrasound aid in healing, but it helps to prevent long term complications. Chronic pain, lack of mobility, frozen shoulder, or a complete tendon rupture are some of the more common long term complications. By treating your tendon with ultrasound, scar tissue becomes softer and the tissue becomes stronger reducing the risk of chronic problems in the future. If you are suffering from long term complications of existing rotator cuff injuries, ultrasound can help. Ultrasound therapy softens scar and fibrous tissue that has built up over time on the tendon and restores range of motion in your shoulder. Ultrasound can also be used to administer therapeutic medicines into the body through a process known as phonophoresis. Ultrasound with phonophoresis is rapidly becoming more popular than ultrasound therapy alone. Using MendMeShop Lavender Infusion Ultrasound Gel during your therapy gives you 2 therapies in 1. You get the benefit of the regenerating sound waves from the ultrasound device itself AND the added bonus of the therapeutic ingredients inside the gel being delivered into the tissue where it is most effective. MendMeShop Lavender Infusion Ultrasound Gel comes with every MendMeShop Ultrasound Therapy System and it contains the therapeutic essential oils of natural Bulgarian lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, and menthol. Blood Flow Stimulation TherapyBlood Flow Stimulation Therapy, or BFST®, will help to warm and loosen your tendon tendon which will relieve the tight feeling in the tendon. BFST® increases the amount of blood that flows naturally to your shoulder, without the need for painful movements, to nourish your tendons, ligaments and muscles which will improve the health of the tendon and surrounding tissue. Tendons naturally receive a limited blood supply compared to other soft tissue in the body and this significantly reduces a tendon's natural ability to heal itself. By treating your rotator cuff tendinosis with BFST® you can increase your body's blood supply to the shoulder and increase your body's natural healing power. In addition, the fresh blood flow whisks away dead cells and toxins that have built up from the injury leaving the area clean and able to heal faster. The Shoulder Inferno Wrap® provides the most effective BFST® to give you non-invasive, non-addictive pain relief and healing with no side effects. Remember: We recommend that you consult your doctor and/or physiotherapist before using any of our outstanding products, to make sure they're right for you and your condition. During your recovery, you will probably have to modify and/or reduce any activities that cause pain or discomfort in your shoulder until your pain and inflammation settle. With these easy therapies you will notice incredible improvement in your tendon. The more diligent you are with your treatment and rehabilitation, the faster you will see successful results! Learn More About These SUPERIOR Shoulder TreatmentsI want to learn more about MendMeShop® Ultrasound Therapy I want to learn more about Inferno Wraps® | Rotator Cuff Injury Facts: The term "rotator cuff" refers to a group of four tendons that attach four shoulder muscles to the upper arm bone. About 6 million people in the U.S. seek medical care each year for shoulder problems. The shoulder joint has the widest range of motion of all joints in the body. Ultrasound Therapy can speed rotator cuff injury recovery significantly. Continual repetitive use of the injured rotator cuff will lead to a worse injury. Although the rotator cuff can tear suddenly as a result of a serious injury, most rotator cuff problems develop over time. Dear MendMeShop, In March of 2009 I visited my Chiroprator because of pain in my shoulder. He did ultra sound and muscle stem therapy and gave me excerises to do. He also had me get an MRI. After everything was said and done I found out I had a small bone spur, a small muscle tear and a lot of tendonitis. I was told to keep up the therapy and excerises and I would get better. I went to the internet and googled ultra sound. The first thing that came up was MendMeShop. I read what they had to say and ordered one of their units. I read the instructions and followed what they said to do and how to use the unit. I also called them up several times to answer questions. They have professional people available to help and direct the healing of what you are using the unit for. After a few weeks I began to feel relief. The one thing I did learn was to be patient. Any injury to a muscle or tendon takes a lot of time to heal. By purchasing this unit it has saved me a lot of money. Once I saw the area where the doctor was using it on me, I did the same with my ultra sound wand. I have told a lot of family and friends about this unit and they too have purchased the same device. I have grandchildren who are in sports and use the unit on they too. I would recommend this for anyone. Thank you all at MendMeShop for your help. Keep up the good work Rating: Ron Leininger ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |




















