Dynamic ultrasound is the best imaging modality to assess postoperative rotator cuff integrity and function for many clinical reasons. All patients can have an ultrasound study. Unlike with a CT ...

July 7, 2009 — Rotator cuff calcific tendonitis may respond to ultrasound-guided percutaneous treatment, according to the results of a nonrandomized controlled trial reported in the July issue ...

Ultrasound measurement of rotator cuff thickness and acromio-humeral distance in the diagnosis of subacromial impingement syndrome of the shoulder. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2008; 16: 408 – ...

Rotator cuff tears are common injuries caused by damage to the muscles ... A doctor might request one of several imaging tests to diagnosis your torn rotator’s cuff such as an x-ray, ultrasound, ...

While ultrasound is usually viewed as more cost effective, MRI is most often used to evaluate the rotator cuff. When performing a cost utility analysis, utilizing an ultrasound as the initial ...

Ultrasound for rotator cuff Ultrasound uses sound waves to make pictures of your shoulders. Your doctor can use it to see the soft tissues (tendons, muscles, and the bursas) in your shoulder.

Most rotator-cuff tears are degenerative, atraumatic, and more prevalent with age. Nonoperative treatment, including physical therapy, ... ultrasound guidance is used in some centers, ...

The rotator cuff can also be strained or tear after a fall, ... MRI or ultrasound scans can also be used. These tools examine soft tissues, including the tendons and muscles.

Rotator cuff tear. The tendons in your shoulder can become frayed, ... Ultrasound, which shows soft tissue areas such as tendons and muscles and how your shoulder looks as it's moving.

What is the anatomy of the rotator cuff? ... Medical professionals may use imaging techniques such as X-ray, ultrasound, and MRI to help diagnose a full or partial tendon tear.