Rest is one of the most important things you can do for a damaged tendon. Avoiding activities that aggravate your symptoms will give your body a chance to heal. This includes lifting things overhead and or making forceful reaching movements that can make the pain worse. To reduce shoulder swelling and get relief from the pain, an ice pack or cold compress can be applied. Additionally, try maintaining proper posture to reduce strain on the shoulders.
If the shoulder pain continues to persist for more than one or two weeks, your doctor may recommend treatment through strengthening and stretching exercises.
For the pain that is left untreated with these treatments, you should consult our qualified doctor at Orthofoot MD in Singapore for better assessment. After evaluating the condition, the doctor may recommend surgery to repair the damage to the rotator cuff. This minimally invasive procedure is done to create more space for the rotator cuff by removing parts of the bursa that are damaged or inflamed.