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Suggest Treatment For Torn Rotator Cuff

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Posted on Wed, 29 Apr 2015
Question: I think I might have a torn rotator cuff, I have been dealing with this for about 9 weeks. My shoulder got progressively better I have been doing exercises with three pound weights how long until I can start working out with heavy weights. I am pretty sure I have either a one or two grade tear.
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Answered by Dr. Sunil Kumar Srivastava (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
a few weeks for healing

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Partial tears may
heal in another few weeks-.Since you're advised physical therapy exercise 'complete tear of cuff not there.So wait and watch continue therapy and consult orthopedics doctor for physical evaluation of shoulder periodically
You may avoid heavier weights than the recommended now
Best wishes
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Dr. Sunil Kumar Srivastava

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Suggest Treatment For Torn Rotator Cuff

Brief Answer: a few weeks for healing Detailed Answer: Hi Partial tears may heal in another few weeks-.Since you're advised physical therapy exercise 'complete tear of cuff not there.So wait and watch continue therapy and consult orthopedics doctor for physical evaluation of shoulder periodically You may avoid heavier weights than the recommended now Best wishes