Rotator Cuff Tear? Think Physical Therapy Instead Surgery

One of the most common conditions we treat as physical therapists is shoulder pain related to the rotator cuff. Whether you are a young baseball player or an active adult, physical therapy should be on your radar prior to opting for surgery. A recent study showed that patients who opted to go through an intensive physical therapy program performed just as well and had similar patient satisfaction reports as their surgical counterparts. So what does this mean? If you are suffering from shoulder pain, consider visiting a physical therapist first. A physical therapist can evaluate your shoulder...