If the applied load exceeds the physiological capacity of the rotator cuff, the effect may be tendon upregulation. The first stage may be reactive tendinopathy and is predominantly seen in an acutely ...

Calcific tendinopathy (CT) is a common condition that primarily affects the shoulder, particularly the rotator cuff tendons. It is characterized by the deposition of calcium hydroxyapatite ...

Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint in the community, which can arise from diverse causes. Regardless of the cause, mild cases can often be effectively treated conservatively, with ...

Background Narrowing of the subacromial space has been noted as a common feature of rotator cuff (RC) tendinopathy. It has been implicated in the development of symptoms and forms the basis for some ...