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Rotator Cuff Injury

Assessment and management of shoulder pain.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Musculoskeletal

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Rotator cuff disorders
National
Management of Rotator Cuff Injuries - Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline
National
NICE guideline [NG59]
National
Shoulder Pain, Diagnosis, Treatment and Referral Guidelines for Primary, Community and Intermediate Care
National
AAOS Management of Rotator Cuff Injuries Guideline Summary
Local
New York Shoulder Injury Medical Treatment Guidelines
Local
Revised 2024 ACR Appropriateness Criteria® 1 Acute Shoulder Pain
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What clinical signs and symptoms should I assess to differentiate between a rotator cuff injury and other causes of shoulder pain?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What imaging modalities are recommended for confirming a diagnosis of rotator cuff injury in primary care?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What are the current guidelines for the conservative management of rotator cuff injuries in adults?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • When should I consider referring a patient with a rotator cuff injury to a specialist for further evaluation or surgical intervention?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What rehabilitation strategies are effective in promoting recovery from a rotator cuff injury in primary care settings?Updated: 8/16/2025
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