Shoulder pain can make even simple tasks difficult, from reaching for a shelf to participating in sports. One of the most common causes of shoulder discomfort is a rotator cuff tear , a condition Dr. James Bullock treats with advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques at the Orthopaedic Center of South Florida. What Is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that stabilize the shoulder and allow a wide range of motion. Tears can