Shoulder Pinch When You Reach - Silent Cause Of Rotator Cuff Tear

Shoulder Pinch When You Reach? 3 Hidden Causes (And How to Prevent a Rotator Cuff Tear) That pinch at the front or side of your shoulder when you reach for the top shelf, swing a golf club, or prune a branch overhead is one of the most common shoulder complaints there is. In this video I am talking about the difference between a shoulder impingement vs. a rotator cuff and how to prevent a tear. In this video, I explain what shoulder impingement actually is, and the signs that mean it's time to get checked before impingement progresses toward a rotator cuff tear. This is the final video in the shoulder series. If you're new here, start with Video 1 for the full series from the beginning. WATCH NEXT ▶ Doctor Said "Try Therapy First"? Why It's Not a Brush-Off: [link] ▶ Why Your Shoulder Hurts More at Night: [link] ▶ 3 Gym Mistakes That Cause Shoulder Injuries After 50: [link] ▶ Perfect Posture in 2 Min A Day ITEMS SHOWN IN THIS VIDEO Light resistance band, light dumbbell, foam roller or towel roll: [storefront link] (As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases.) SOURCE Al Hammadi MI, Shah ZA, Rathod RK, Seddik MA. Shoulder Impingement Pain Syndrome: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and a Review of Current Treatment Strategies. Cureus. 2025. PMID: 41080250 ABOUT INDEPENDENT BY DESIGN I'm Heather, an occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over 30 years of experience. This channel is for women over 40 who aren't ready to slow down, whether you're preventing an injury, recovering from one, or getting back to the things you love. Not just healing — living well, your way. 🔔 Subscribe for more: [channel link] AS ALWAYS, PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR OWN PHYSICIAN OR THERAPIST TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE CONTENT OF THIS VIDEO IS APPROPRIATE FOR YOU. Some or all of the exercises, stretches and movements shown may not be appropriate for you, including after recent surgery, fracture or dislocation; with shoulder instability; with unexplained numbness, tingling or weakness; with neck or spine conditions; or with any condition that has not yet been evaluated. Stop any movement that increases your pain. ⚠️ CHANNEL DISCLAIMER ⚠️ Independent By Design is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information in this channel's videos, descriptions, and comment replies is general in nature and does not constitute medical, occupational therapy, or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Watching or interacting with this content does not create a therapist-patient relationship. Content is not tailored to any individual, may not include all information on a topic, and may become outdated as research changes. Always consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider about your own health, and never disregard professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you've seen here. Use of this content is at your own risk. Thumbnails created with Canva. #ShoulderImpingement #RotatorCuff #ShoulderPain #RotatorCuffTear #WomenOver40 #ShoulderPainRelief #OccupationalTherapy