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- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/06/conquer-rotator-cuff-tendinopathy-diagnosis-treatment-update/

In today's episode we go over, Conquering Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: Diagnosis & Treatment Update! FPF Show Episode 173

0:00 Introduction
0:47 Clinical practice guideline update
2:05 Rotator Cuff Disorder background and definition
2:32 What type of patients were included in the guidelines? 
4:25 Explaining the grades of recommendation for CPGs
5:56 What are the grade A recommendations for clinical assessment?
8:36 Which special tests should be utilized to diagnose rotator cuff tendinopathy?
18:28 Which pharmacological treatments are recommended for the treatment of rotator cuff tendinopathy? (NSAIDS, corticosteroids)
31:06 Should acetaminophen or opioids be used to treat rotator cuff tendinopathy?
31:29 Should clinicians recommend PRP or hyaluronic acid to patients?
34:36 Should clinicians be recommending an active exercise program for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy? If so, which types of exercises are recommended?
35:07 Should clinicians be utilizing manual therapies in patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?  If so, which manual therapies are recommended?
38:05 Is patient education recommended for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy, and if so on what?
38:24 Should clinicians recommend acupuncture, shockwave therapy or ultrasound for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?
42:06 Should clinicians using taping techniques to reduce pain in the short-term for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?
44:13 What recommendations are there for return to sport following rotator cuff tendinopathy injuries in patients?

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