In this podcast, Dr. Jesse Morse, an expert in anti-aging, health optimization, and sports medicine, discusses the prevalence, symptoms, and treatment of rotator cuff injuries. Dr. Morse explains how these injuries, affecting 30-70% of people, manifest as pain in the shoulder, difficulty performing daily activities, and weakness. He describes the anatomy of the shoulder, focusing on the four main rotator cuff muscles: subscapularis, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and teres minor, and explains how each muscle contributes to shoulder stability and function.

Dr. Morse highlights various treatment options, from physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications to regenerative medicine techniques like PRP injections and prolotherapy. He emphasizes non-surgical treatments but also covers surgical options for severe cases. Tune in to learn more about shoulder health and advancements in treating rotator cuff injuries.