What are other methods of examination for a Subscapularis tendon tear other than an MRI?
461490
I don't think there is, sorry.
786987
Small tears, strains,  or imingement of the rotator cuff may present itself as pain when the arm is positioned in a way that puts strain on the torn part of the rotator cuff.  Usually this is at a level where the arm has been raised parallel to the floor with the arm at a 45 degree angle from the front of the body, sometimes with the thumb pointed towards the floor.  The pain can be intermittent or constant if freshly injured. It is often painful to sleep on the affected side and the pain may radiate to the deltoid area.  Pain can occur with attempting to raise the arm overhead or reach behind the back.  \n\nA large or massive tear (usually of the supraspinatus tendon)  will usually present itself at the inability to raise the arm overhead without assistance and a signiciant alternation in the mechanics of the shoulder.   Researchers have estimated 90% of people with massive tears will be unable to regain overhead use of the shoulder without surgical correction.  Small to moderate tears, may become without symptoms with conservative care.
502501
I definitely would NOT recommend surgery for tendinitis unless you have exhausted all other options (rest, stretching, massage therapy, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy...). Tendinitis is micro tearing of the tendinous junction of a muscle to the bone. It is usually caused by repetitive movements, a sudden increase in exercise duration or intensity or short muscles. You need to stop doing whatever it is that is causing the tendinitis. Once it is gone you need to fix the cause of the problem. Go see a registered massage therapist or a physiotherapist (or talk to your doctor about these options). I have encountered very few cases of surgery working for tendinitis.
326352
Could be a cyst or a tear in the muscle. Probably a good idea to see an orthopedic doctor.
771467
use anti-inflammatory such as Advil or aleve\nwar a wrist brace to restrict you movement\ni have tendinitis in my wrist\nthat is the only thing i can do other than having surgery
610031
Typically, a person with a rotator cuff injury feels pain over the deltoid muscle at the top and outer side of the shoulder, especially when the arm is raised or extended out from the side of the body. Motions like those involved in getting dressed can be painful. The shoulder may feel weak, especially when trying to lift the arm into a horizontal position. \nA person may also feel or hear a click or pop when the shoulder is moved. To get a proper diagnosis, you would have to see your doctor for testing which would involve x-ray, MRI, and or arthrogram.
1142721
you may need a cat scan then..MRI will not show a "slipped disc" you need a c.t.
370364
The findings on the MRI could be incidental. If we scanned everyone we would see mild disc degredation and mild curvature problems. That having been said, there is the small chance the disc degredation is related. The curvature problems may be coming from mal-alignment due to muscle spasms. The throat discomfort is likely unrelated. As far as who to see, I would start with your primary care physician or a primary care sports medicine doctor. In this case, preferrably a DO versus and MD based on the possibility you may need a little manipulation (similar to what a chiropractor does).\nGood luck
900501
I would recommend seeing a DR. They will be able to do some x-rays and tell you exactly what you have damaged. After 6 months, I don't think much could be done. Tendons heal differently to bones, they will never be as strong as they used to be. Get a DR's opinion before you start trying to claim on your insurance.
1115321
Are you sure it's not tendonitis.  I use to get it alot from bowling.  Easy way to find out = go to pharmacy or sporting good store and get the armband for it.  There is a pressure point in the arm to help relieve it.  Or take some time off of training.  Ask the doctor about an anti-inflamatory.  It may need medical attentio if it's re-occuring.
541740
Sounds like you have injured your rotator cuff.  Go to a doctor, get some x-rays, lay off using the shoulder for lifting weights.  Put ice on the shoulder to reduce swelling, and then heat to make the muscles relax.  Get a massage.  \n\nThe best you can do is to go to your doctor and get a professional opinion.  \n\nCheers, K
1054909
Well first off as a student doctor I have come across this. The rotator cuff muscle consist of the teres major, infrapinatus, supraspinatus, and subcapularis muscle, along with the levator scapula ms. Deltoid has nothing to do with the rotator cuff ms. These muscles that I have mention specifically have the actions of medial, and lateral rotation, so in easier terms if you have a hard time doing the rotating chicken move and there is pain, doing it, then yes you have a torn rotator cuff, first what you should do is put ice on it, then go to the emergency, because you would have serious problems later on, because you arm will become extremely inflamed, and will not heal right. I don't believe in sugery for everything, but this is one thing you will need to get to the hospital for to recieve treatment. this is when medical doctors are your friend.
209412
There is a chance that you could have thrown out your rotator cuff. Personally if that happened to me i would get it checked out.
596544
Sounds like something more serious. see a md.
1036938
See an orthopaedic surgeon...or go to ER if it just happened...
818916
YOU'LL BE GLAD TO KNOW THAT A DOCTOR WOULD BE ABLE TO DETERMINE IF BACK PAIN IS BEING FAKED CLINICALLY (THATS TO SAY, WITHOUT THE NEED OF INVESTIGATIONS).  SCANS WOULD PROVE BEYOND DOUBT, AND WOULD HAVE THE ADDED BENEFIT OF PROVIDING EVIDENCE OF WHETHER ANY INJURY DISCOVERED WERE NATURAL ACCIDENTAL INJURIES OR SELF/DELIBERATELY INFLICTED (SOME DOCTORS SPECIALISE IN IDENTIFYING THESE FEATURES).\n\nTHE CONSEQUENCE MAY BE THAT A PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION IS REQUESTED TO DETERMINE IF THE PATIENT HAS UNDERLYING ISSUES OR PSYCHIATRIC ILLNESS (SUCH AS MUNCHAUSEN'S SYNDROME - WHERE THE PT. FAKES OR INDUCES ILLNESS SO AS TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION).
784344
This not the place to diagnosis.  talk to your doctor and ask  about roto cuff issues.  Get a MRI