A rotator cuff tear can extend or get larger over time. This can occur with repetitive use or a re-injury. It is common for patients with known rotator cuff disease to have acute pain and weakness following a minor injury. This likely represents extension of an existing tear. If you know you have a rotator cuff tear, then worsening pain and decreasing strength may mean the tear is getting larger.
Report Abuse. Ethnic groups refers to the blood line you were born into. Religion is a choice. Anyone can choose to belong to any religion but your blood line is chosen for you and can not be changed.
However, ethnic identity formation is a complex process. It involves many changes through a long period of time and also depends on the situations along the time line. The main factors that contribute to the formation of an ethnic groupÂ¡Â¯s identity are religion, language, history, location, culture and traditions. Over the years, very little has changed about the way the ethnic groups practice their respective religions.