Does it seem like your sore shoulder is getting worse? Be careful... the dull ache in your shoulder could be a warning sign of a rotator cuff injury and if left untreated could turn into an injury that requires surgery. The good news is that with proper rest and perhaps rotator cuff therapy exercises, you can heal your shoulder and avoid aggravating your condition.
The rotator cuff is a series of small muscles, tendons, and connective tissues. This is a delicate area that is especially prone to injury. Weight lifting and repetitive motions, particularly overhead motions are a common cause of this type of shoulder injury.
The first thing you must do is cease any athletic activities or repetitive motions. This can be hard to do if you're an active person or you have a physical job that requires repetitive motions. But the bottom line is you need to stop if you want your shoulder to heal.
Physical therapy exercises are the best way to get you on track to a full recovery. Remember that the rotator cuff is a delicate area comprised of many small muscles and tendons. Because of this, any exercises must be done with light weight, higher repetitions and in a very controlled manner.
Don't try to create your own shoulder therapy program made up of random exercises you read about. Shoulder rehabilitation must be done is a very specific and progressive manner.... otherwise you risk making your injury worse.
Research the different rotator cuff therapy programs available. There are many good ones you can do from the comfort of your home. The key to full recovery is staying consistent and patient. These small shoulder muscles don't receive a lot of blood flow and as a result healing can take a while.
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