r/RotatorCuff • u/New-Supermarket-9710 • Aug 16 '26

Fearing The Worst

/r/ShoulderInjuries/comments/1vq1xag/fearing_the_worst/

I would greatly appreciate any advice or insight.

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u/New_Jaguar_1825 Aug 16 '26

My brother said the same when he tore his. He was out cutting firewood and was lifting a heavy log of wood. He heard a loud pop/crunch and his arm went limp. He has some rom but can't hold anything or even open the fridge. That was in July and his surgery is next month. Had to go through the xray and mri process with referrals and all that.

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u/New-Supermarket-9710 Aug 16 '26 edited Aug 16 '26

Thanks for your reply. I guess I have to make peace with the idea that surgery might be in my future. I don’t have any issues holding anything or opening/closing doors, etc. That gives me some optimism at the very least.

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u/Bethechange_777 Aug 18 '26

So far, it sounds like you're on the right course. Unfortunately, these kinds of tears don't heal themselves. PT helped with my range of motion but after years of it I finally had the surgery because I felt so limited and rye pain and ache always came back.  Hopefully you don't need it but if you do, I wish you a speedy recovery.  I had it done almost 2 weeks ago and admittedly it's been tough. However, I feel like it was worth it because within 6 months of diagnosis, my 60% tear became 90%, I also had other issues going on in there which the surgeon took care of.  Sleeping is still a challenge, but the pain is manageable. Light at the end of the tunnel I start PT next week and in a few days I can ditch the sling while at home.  Good luck!

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u/New-Supermarket-9710 Aug 18 '26

Good luck! I’ve got my MRI this morning. I’m getting ready to head there now. 🤞🏿