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rotator cuff

anatomy
Also known as: SITS
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  • Human muscle system
    rotator cuff injury
    / Anatomy of the rotator cuff

    The rotator cuff consists of four small but crucial muscles—supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—along with their tendons. Together, these muscles, frequently referred to by the acronym SITS, form a supportive sleeve around the shoulder joint, helping keep the upper arm securely in place while allowing


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    The rotator cuff consists of four small but crucial muscles—supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—along with their tendons. Together, these muscles, frequently referred to by the acronym SITS, form a supportive sleeve around the shoulder joint, helping keep the upper arm securely in place while allowing


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