Conditions we treat
Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment in Surrey, BC
Whether it's a strain, tendinopathy or a partial tear, most rotator cuff problems respond well to the right rehab — no scalpel required.
What it feels like
- Pain with lifting, reaching overhead or behind you
- Night pain, especially lying on the affected shoulder
- Weakness or a catching sensation with certain movements
Why it happens
The rotator cuff is the group of four muscles that steer and stabilize your shoulder. Repetitive overhead work, sudden loads, falls, and plain wear over time can irritate or tear these tendons — and weakness elsewhere in the shoulder blade often quietly contributes.
How we can help
After an assessment pinpoints which structures are involved and what's contributing, your practitioner builds a care plan around your specific injury and your goals — the approach is decided case by case. The encouraging news: most rotator cuff problems, including many tears, respond well to conservative care, and we'll track your progress honestly and point you toward imaging or a specialist opinion if that's what your case calls for.
Common questions
Do rotator cuff tears always need surgery?
Many do not. A large share of cuff problems, including some tears, are managed well with conservative care. Which path suits you depends on the tear, how your shoulder is functioning and what you need it to do — and we will be honest if we think a surgical opinion is worth seeking.
Why does my shoulder hurt so much more at night?
Lying down changes the load and the blood flow around an irritated cuff, and there is far less to distract you from it. Night pain is a common feature of cuff problems, and it is one of the markers we track as a sign of how irritable the shoulder is.