Common in elderly and overhead athletes; supraspinatus most often torn. Clinical: pain, weakness in abduction/external rotation, night pain. Tests: Jobe’s, drop arm, external rotation lag sign. Imaging: MRI gold standard; USG useful. Management: physiotherapy for partial tears; repair (arthroscopic/open) for symptomatic full-thickness.
Which of the following rotator cuff muscles is most commonly torn in rotator cuff injuries?
What is the primary imaging modality used to diagnose rotator cuff tears?
Which clinical test is most specific for detecting a supraspinatus tear?
In the context of rotator cuff tears, what does Goutallier classification assess?
Which type of rotator cuff tear is characterized by a complete disruption of the tendon?
What is the first line of treatment for a partial thickness rotator cuff tear?
What is the most common mechanism of injury for rotator cuff tears in the elderly?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the critical zone of the supraspinatus?
What percentage of untreated full-thickness rotator cuff tears is likely to increase in size over 2–3 years?
In a full-thickness rotator cuff tear, which tendon is most commonly involved?
