Signs & Symptoms
Orthopedics
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tear
Signs and Symptoms
People with rotator cuff tears may experience:
- Recurrent or constant pain, particularly when lifting the arm overhead
- Pain at night that makes it difficult to sleep on the affected side
- Muscle weakness, especially when trying to lift the arm
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