Rotator Cuff Tear — Non-Operative Management

iOrtho

Weight-Bearing

FWB throughout; sling for support if recommended

Key Restrictions

Avoid heavy lifting, overhead activities, and pain-causing activities; progressive return to function

Timeline & Phases

Phase I (Wks 0-4 protection/pain management), Phase II (Wks 4-8 restoring ROM), Phase III (Wks 8-12 progressive strengthening), Phase IV (Wks 12+ return to function)

Notes

For patients not surgical candidates; deltoid-dominant compensatory approach; multidisciplinary team recommended

Published

August 2024