Rotator cuff injured during seated barbell shoulder press

[big fig]

On my way to the starting position I heard a crack in my rotator cuff and it wasn't tremendous so i continued to work out. Month later it continues to give me problems and affects sleep quality. Figured a doctor would tell me to rest. I have been using mostly machine presses since to eliminate extra risk during its healing.

If anyone can share additional advice I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!

[C4KE]

I've had rotator cuff problems lately too from barbell bench. I've just been using lighter weight in general and sticking to dumbbells mostly. I asked a trainer at school what I could do to reduce the pain when working out and he said to make sure to warm up. Also do rotator cuff exercises at least twice a week to strengthen them.

[big fig]

Thx so seems like we just have to pay attention to how our shoulders feel and work around pain until it all heals up God willing

[EBarbz]

I have a rotator cuff problem as well. I'm going to get a doctors referral to see a orthopedic this Thursday.
I will report back with the updates

[Tonyy926]

1. Warm up rotator cuffs before hitting any upper body workout. A simple youtube search and you'll find very quick easy and effortless exercises to warm up the rotator cuff. Shouldn't take more than a minute or two

2. Proper form on exercises. Bench press should have your scapula retracted, dont go too deep/flare elbows too hard on seated db shoulder presses.

This injury may not be from your OHP per se, might be a combination of you not warming up the shoulders or you having bad form on other lifts as well.