Trauma
Any trauma to the shoulder and surrounding areas can trigger a rotator cuff injury. Some common causes include a car accident, an incident at the worksite, a fall, and similar situations. They would exert a sudden force on the muscles, thus causing a partial or complete tear or overstretch of the rotator cuff. You tend to feel immediate and intense pain after the trauma. Quick medical attention is important to prevent further complications, which can extend your recovery time. Impingement might be the most common shoulder trauma. It causes the rotator cuff muscles to become cramped and swollen Over time, this condition might increase the risk of bursitis and tendinitis, two major causes of rotator cuff injuries. [7]
