Condition
Rotator Cuff Injury
Shoulder strength and throwing mechanics for overhead athletes.
Signs & symptoms
What it usually looks like
- Pain lifting overhead
- Night pain on the shoulder
- Loss of throwing velocity
- Weakness in rotation
Symptoms overlap between injuries, which is why assessment starts with mechanism and load history rather than a scan. Treatment is then matched to the tissue that actually failed.
Rehabilitation timeline
Phase by phase
Week 1–3
Settle pain, isometric cuff loading.
Week 3–8
Progressive cuff and scapular strength.
Week 8–12
Overhead and throwing progression.
Return
Volume-controlled return to sport.
FAQs
Rotator Cuff Injury — common questions
Can a cuff tear heal without surgery?
Many partial and degenerative tears respond very well to structured loading.
Can I keep training upper body?
Yes, with modified ranges and loads.
Get assessed for rotator cuff injury
Book an assessment with Dr. Vikas Kumar in Noida, or send a message on WhatsApp for a quick response.