| A torn shoulder injury is a serious injury, and | | | | - Increase flexibility and promote full range of motion |
| unfortunately a very common one, especially among | | | | - Encourage circulation which promotes speedy healing |
| athletically active people. Your doctor may | | | | - Ultimately heal the injury so you have full use of your |
| recommend surgery, therapy, or a combination of both. | | | | shoulder/arm again. |
| It's always a good idea to educate yourself on all your | | | | While researching your options, you may come across |
| options. Let's look at rotator cuff therapy as a possible | | | | information by individuals who claim to have healed |
| alternative to surgery or other intrusive measures. | | | | their torn shoulder injuries through self-discovery. This |
| Keep in mind that healing through physical therapy is a | | | | may be true, but don't be tempted to copy them. This |
| gradual process. There is no overnight cure, so make | | | | is a delicate area of the body and any exercises must |
| sure that you remain patient and consistent with any | | | | be approach with great care and in a very systematic |
| rehabilitation program you may participate in. | | | | way or else you run the risk of making your injury |
| I was able to heal my shoulder injury through therapy, | | | | worse. |
| but it took over 7 months of dedicated work on my | | | | Don't be in a rush to jump into surgery. Again, educate |
| part. | | | | yourself on your options, talk with your doctor, get a |
| A rotator cuff rehab program has the potential to: | | | | second (or third) opinion, etc. If you decide to go the |
| - Strengthen your shoulder so you can avoid future | | | | physical therapy route, make sure to only choose a |
| injuries | | | | rehab program developed by a medical professional |
| - Reduce swelling and pain | | | | who specializes in rotator cuff injuries. |