Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

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Rotator Cuff Tear (Conservative)

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What to Expect When You Visit Us for a Rotator Cuff Tear

When you visit us for a rotator cuff tear being managed conservatively, we assess your shoulder strength, movement, and function. Treatment focuses on strengthening surrounding muscles, improving joint stability, and restoring functional movement through a structured rehabilitation program.

Time to favourable outcome

2–6.5 months typical

Start Median: 4 months Favourable outcome
100% 75% 50% 25% 0%
0mo1.8mo3.5mo5.3mo7mo

Results Comparison

Physio Recovery Rate

With TCM 60% – 80%
No Treatment / Spontaneous <5%
How Does the Treatment Work? ⓘ
Manual Therapy Pain modulation & inflammation control.
Exercise Rehab Strengthens intact muscles for compensation.

Sustained Relief (%)

3 / 6 / 12 months
3 months 75%
6 months 70%
12 months 65%

Factors Influencing Recovery Speed

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Compensatory Strengthening

• Building the remaining intact shoulder musculature improves function. • Good compensation often reduces pain during daily tasks.

Functional Range Progression

• Gradually reclaiming useful motion supports confidence. • The goal is better function, not forcing perfect movement early.

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Forcing Painful Range

• Pushing too aggressively into painful motion can increase irritation. • It may slow adaptation instead of helping it.

Weak Scapular Support

• Poor shoulder blade control increases load on already compromised tissues. • That often limits progress.

What does the Evidence say?
Research suggests that many rotator cuff tears can be successfully managed with physiotherapy, improving pain and function without surgery (Kuhn et al., 2013). References Kuhn, J. E., Dunn, W. R., Sanders, R., et al. (2013). Effectiveness of physical therapy in treating rotator cuff tears. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 22(10), 1371–1379.

How do we estimate outcomes?

We combine insights from published research, our own experience and that of our peers, along with typical treatment timelines and conservative modelling assumptions, to map out common trajectories. The ranges presented reflect our experience only.

Important Disclaimer

This tool is intended for visualisation and general educational purposes only, to help clients gain a broad understanding of some common conditions managed by our practitioners. It is based on practitioner experience and selected published research. It does not account for individual circumstances, including your specific condition, medical history, medications, or other personal factors. Health conditions are complex, and outcomes can vary significantly between individuals. Our treatments are not a substitute for medical care provided by your healthcare professional. You should always follow the advice and treatment plan recommended by your medical practitioner, and consult them directly for guidance specific to your situation.