Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis

Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff is severe shoulder pain caused by calcium deposits forming inside the tendon. Reaching overhead, sleeping on the affected side, or even lifting a coffee cup can become unbearable. The deposit often resorbs on its own, but shockwave therapy can speed the process dramatically and break the pain cycle while it does.

What Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis feels like

• Exquisite constant, severe and achy shoulder pain that can radiate to the neck and down the arm
• Shoulder pain at night that disrupts sleep
• Tenderness over rotator cuff
• Stiffness of shoulder

Common causes of Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis

• Severe wear and tear are involved in degenerative calcification
• Delayed healing
• Age-related changes in the tendons appear to play a role as calcium deposits are rare in people under the age of thirty

How we treat Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis at Physio Wellness

There is no single fix for rotator cuff calcific tendinitis, recovery comes from combining the right treatments for your specific situation. Your physiotherapist will assess your case in detail and recommend a plan from these proven approaches:

• Shockwave Therapy, Acoustic waves that stimulate tissue repair in stubborn, slow-to-heal injuries. Learn more
• Physiotherapy, Hands-on assessment and a custom exercise plan to address the root cause, not just the pain. Learn more

When to come in

Book a consultation if your symptoms have lasted more than a week, are getting worse, or are interfering with sleep, work, or daily activities. We offer same-week appointments and direct bill most insurers.