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By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide to Sports Medicine

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Thursday May 10, 2007
The rotator cuff is a term used to describe the tendons and muscles that support and stabilize the shoulder an allow such great range of motion in the joint. Theses four muscles include the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor.

Rotator Cuff Muscles

A torn rotator cuff muscle can severely limit movement and strength in the shoulder joint.

In the worst tears, surgical repair is the standard treatment.

You can help prevent shoulder problems with the best shoulder workout.

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