rotator cuff tear, does it help?
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I don't know Sharon. My friend's injury was sustained years ago in an accident, but the shoulder still pains especially when he does heavy lifting. The shoulder support helps stable and support his shoulder and gives him relief. It may help to support the shoulder as the rotator cuff tear heals, but I am not a medical doctor, so check with a professional. Sorry I could not give a simple yes or no answer.
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It helps to stretch tight muscles in the neck and shoulder area. I first use a heating pad to warm the muscles, then use the traction. Yes, it's helped me.
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It seems to help what ever places it touches. I have a bad back, but it does not act like most bad backs. I bought it for my shoulder, but my back doesn't bother me when I have it on. Can't say what it will do for someone else.
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Stays warm for quite awhile. I use the cold method and when it warms up, heat it and put back on. Has really helped me. I tore the tendons in my rotator cuff and have found this item the best of all I have tried. Best is that it stays put with the Velcro straps. Hope it helps you.
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It will definitely help. I'd also try strengthening your shoulder blade muscles - there's some good ones in Bulletproof Your Shoulder. Good luck!
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Yes. I tore the muscle in my knee and it wrapped well around the injured area. It is really great for me.
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I would say that it does. The material in that area would tend to compress the area and support it. My issue was more with my rotator cuff, but it supports the whole shoulder area pretty well. The neoprene allows for a good range of motion. I use it during martial arts training.
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Dear BNL,It's a great piece of work out equip for your upper body: triceps, biceps,& deltoids. I'm not sure about the rotator cuff & as far as the abs go; it's fair. It also gives your legs an incredible work out depending on where you place your feet (upper pedal position). Overall, it's a great piece of equip! I hope this helps.Michele : - )
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So sorry. I don't know as I haven't set it up yet. I've had a bum rotator cuff and don't want to use it until this clears up but it does look quite sturdy.
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Yes,I don't know how it works,I just know it does.My wife and I get shoulder pain now and then we rub a little on and it gives you relief
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I believe it would help either. I purchased it for a hamstring strain and it really seemed to help.
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I wore it for the 3 hours and was able to do a few things that I haven't been able to do, and it helped. It didn't fully get rid of the pain, but it definitely helped it a little. I'm not sure if it would prevent further injury, my shoulder is so bad that i can't lift my arm
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Light rehab exercises + ice will heal it. I tore mine about 7 years ago and today I have 100% confidence in my shoulder. Don't do any exercise which hurts... find another exercise. For me it was barbell/machine incline bench, I replaced with dumbbells and no more issues.
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When first applied it feels cool. After a few minutes there is a warming sensation. I would not recommend applying heat after application. This product has helped me relieve muscle aches and pains as well as soreness. Stress knots, rotator cuff soreness and Plantar fasciitis.
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I had a ruptured disc, L4-L5. Surgery removed about 75% of it, it was hyper-extended. Weight loss and exercise pretty well took care of the post surgery ache but every now and it does start again. I tried the IcyHot not really expecting it to work but have been surprised to find that it does. I probably only need it about twice a month but it does help when stretching doesn't.
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Yes, I believe it would help stabilize your shoulder because it is very adjustable - best of luck!
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Absolutely try it. Also remember that a lot of neck pain can actually just be shoulder pain referred to the neck. So if you have chronic neck pain, I'd suggest trying some exercises to get rid of it - "Bulletproof Your Shoulder is one good resource for shoulder exercises. Good luck!