Dynamic Maneuvers Improve Ultrasound Detection of Supraspinatus Tendon Tears
Abstract
We describe new ultrasound dynamic maneuvers that can help clinicians to demonstrate a supraspinatus tendon tear. Images and video clips are provided with the latest generation of ultrasound machines and labeled for didactical purposes. We believe that incorporating these techniques into a standard ultrasound examination of the rotator cuff can significantly improve the diagnostic confidence in depicting supraspinatus tendon tears. A possible limitation of these maneuvers is that they seem less effective in articular-sided partial-thickness tears.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Shoulder Injury and Treatment
Tendon Structure and Treatment
Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Volume
- 45
- Issue
- 11
- Pages
- 2589-2598
- Publication date
- 17 June 2026
- Language
- EN