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Expert Care for Rotator Cuff Tear—Get Relief & Get Moving Again
If a Rotator Cuff Tear is limiting your life, our specialists at Elite Ortho are here to help you recover faster with personalized treatment and compassionate care.
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Rotator Cuff Tear
Your shoulder is a ball and socket joint. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles that come together as a tendon at the top of the head of the humerus (ball). The rotator cuff functions to lift and rotate the arm.
In the case of a rotator cuff tear the tendon is no longer attached to the head of the humerus. The suprasinatus tendon is the tendon that is most commonly torn. Tears can be full thickness or partial thickness.
Signs You May Have a Rotator Cuff Tear
- Pain in the shoulder especially when sleeping on it at night.
- Pain or weakness with lifting motions especially away from the body.
- Crunching sounds with motion.
What Causes a Rotator Cuff Tear?
Rotator cuff tears occur in two common ways- wear and tear (degeneration) and injury (trauma).
Rotator cuff tears can happen at any age. Those over the age of 40 are at a greater risk due to normal wear and tear. Athletes, those of do overhead activities, and those who work with heavy objects also at greater risk with traumatic injuries.
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Don’t Wait—Get Relief from Shoulder Pain Today
Our orthopedic experts at Elite Ortho are here to help you regain comfort, strength, and confidence in your body. Whether you need a personalized recovery plan or advanced surgical care, we’ll guide you every step of the way—with compassion and skill.
Evaluation & Treatment
How We Diagnose Rotator Cuff Tears
Evaluation begins with discussing symptoms, medical history, a physical evaluation, and x-rays. Examination includes range of motion, strength testing, and specialized maneuvers to evaluate the shoulder. Occasionally the neck can be a cause of shoulder pain, such as with a pinched nerve, and this should be evaluated as well. Additionally, other conditions including arthritis should be evaluated. An MRI may be ordered to help evaluate the tear further for size and age.
Nonsurgical
Treatment is aimed at reducing pain and increasing strength and motion. Treatment options may include the use of medication, injections, and physical therapy.
Surgical
Surgery is indicated for those whose pain does not improve with nonsurgical treatment and those who are active with sports, work, or overhead activity. Using a painful shoulder with a rotator cuff tear may lead to further damage and an increase in tear size.
About 50% of people find pain relief and increased function with nonsurgical treatments; however, in a traumatic tear strength likely will not return.
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Why Choose Elite Ortho?
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Surgical and non-surgical treatment for bones, joints, injuries, and pain.
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We treat every patient like family, with honesty and empathy.
Our Specialists
Meet Our Orthopedic Specialists
Our practice is home to a team of expertly trained surgical and sports medicine specialists who are dedicated to providing high quality evidence-based medical care in a private practice setting with a personal touch. Our doctors have trained at some of the most prestigious academic medical centers in the nation.
We treat all musculoskeletal conditions including, but not limited to, injuries related to sports, accidents, or work, injuries involving shoulders, hands, wrists, elbows, knees, hips, ankles, concussion as well as arthritis, and back problems.
Dr. Andrew Siekanowicz
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Dr. Ashok L. Gowda
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Evan Argintar
Chief of cartilage restoration, joint preservation, and minimally invasive arthroplasty
Yavonne Johnson, PA-C
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Real Patients. Real Results.
5-star reviews
Carrie K.
Dr. Argintar is quick and efficient and attentive at the same time. I was brought in before my insurance paperwork was even done! He had clearly read (or had been briefed on) my file and I think I was in and out of there in less than 20 mins from the time I walked in the door. Highly recommend.
Hannah C.
Dr. Argintar, his assistant and the receptionists were incredibly friendly and on-time. I felt heard and listened to, and would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a professional and personable doctor and team.
Adam A.
Dr. Argintar was quick and to the point. He was able to identify the injury and recommend what I need to do to begin the healing process. He listened to what I had to say and was able to get me out in a timely manner.
Natalie P.
Dr Argintar was very knowledgeable and helped me understand a bit more of what was causing pain. He was open to listening to me and gave great suggestions on what I should be doing to minimize pain. Will definitely see him again for my follow up.
Pamela W.
I was most impressed by Dr Argintar’s understanding and enthusiastic support of my goal of returning to active participation in my sport, though I am an over-50 athlete. Dr Argintar was prompt, direct and took the time to explain my injury and route to recovery. As his patient, I felt respected and informed.
Sean G.
Dr. Argintar was very personable, explained what was going in with my injury, talked me through treatment options, and proposed a treatment plan that worked with my schedule. Great, quick visit.
