Impingement/bursitis occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become irritated or compressed as they pass through a narrow space in the shoulder. This often leads to inflammation and pain. Tears may ...

A rotator cuff tear can be painful and interfere with your daily activities. It may make it hard to lift your arm, get dressed or sleep comfortably. If your tear is repairable, surgery may be the best ...

Four muscles and their tendons make up the rotator cuff; they smooth arm motion and stabilize the shoulder joint. The supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis aid the shoulder when ...