Rotator cuff problems are usually brought about by one of two ways. Either the problem is accumulated over time, such as through the repetitive use of the rotator cuff (such as heavy lifting over the head) and the symptoms grow eventually. At first the rotator cuff symptoms are easily treated with over-the-counter pain medications, however over time the pain generally becomes more and more acute and eventually people tend to look to doctors for stronger pain medication. The problems with the rotator cuff can also occur because of a fall or because of some blunt force trauma to the shoulder area. The rotator cuff symptoms that happen in this instance are usually sudden and acute. They may be accompanied by a popping sound, sharp pain, and a sudden weakness in the affected arm.

Most times when a doctor's advice is sought and they would want to treat the rotator cuff problem either with physical therapy, immobilization of the affected arm, or surgery, or perhaps they combination of the three. After some time you may regain partial or full use of the arm again.

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