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    What are the symptoms of a rotator cuff tear?

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  • Dr Andrei Diacon

    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Dr Andrei Diacon is an Australian-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon subspecialising shoulder and knee conditions. He takes an evidence-based, patient-centred approach, prioritising non-operative management where appropriate and … View Profile

    People with rotator cuff tears commonly experience:

    Pain at rest and at night, particularly when lying on the affected shoulder

    Pain when lifting and lowering the arm, especially overhead

    Weakness when lifting or rotating the arm

    Crackling sensation (crepitus) when moving the shoulder in certain positions

    Limited range of motion or difficulty with everyday tasks like reaching behind the back

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