Ask Mayo Clinic: What can I expect when recovering from a rotator cuff tear?

Recovery after rotator cuff repair takes patience. Typical milestones include: After six weeks: Physical therapy focuses ...

Ask Mayo Clinic: I tore my rotator cuff - Is surgery really my only option?

Dear: I’ve been diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear. What factors determine the best treatment approach, and what can I expect ...
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Rotator cuff repair surgery: Everything you need to know

Rotator cuff repair surgery is used to fix torn shoulder tendons or muscles. Recovery takes around four to six months with ...

Ask Mayo Clinic: What's a rotator cuff tear, and does it always require surgery?

Dear: I’ve been diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear. What factors determine the best treatment approach, and what can I expect ...
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Will stem cells heal my torn rotator cuff, or do I need surgery to fix?

A tear in your rotator-cuff tendon often requires surgery and six months of physical therapy to heal. LSOphoto Getty Images Q. I am a 45-year-old competitive racquetball player who has had six months ...