What does myogenic refer to in the context of shoulder pain?
- Non-Specific Shoulder Pain (NSSP)
- Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP)
- Shoulder instability
Myogenic conditions can include various types of shoulder pain and instability.
Name the types of Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP).
- Massive tear
- Partial tear
- Tendinopathy
- Subacromial Pain Syndrome (SAPS)
RCRSP encompasses several specific conditions affecting the rotator cuff.
What is a common symptom of Degenerative tear or Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain?
Pain in the upper arm / deltoid region
This pain is often atraumatic and can be load driven.
What activities typically aggravate shoulder pain related to degenerative tears?
- Overhead activities
- Lifting activities
- Carrying activities
Pain may also occur at night when sleeping on the shoulder or reaching forwards.
What diagnostic tests are commonly used for Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain?
- Resisted abduction
- Resisted external rotation
These tests often produce pain and weakness, and can indicate the condition with a painful arc and relevant subjective information.
True or false: Special tests for RCRSP are generally effective and not pain provocative.
FALSE
Many special tests are pain provocative and poor, though some can be clustered for better sensitivity and specificity.
What is the gold standard treatment for shoulder pain related to degenerative tears?
Graduated exercise programme
This approach is considered the most effective treatment method.
