متلازمة انحشار الكتف (Shoulder impingement)

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shoulder impingement

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On this page, you will find everything you need to know about shoulder impingement.

 

What is shoulder impingement?

  • Shoulder impingement is a condition that occurs when the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder are exposed to significant pressure between the humerus and the acromion, which causes severe pain.
  • What are the symptoms of shoulder impingement?
  • Pain in the shoulder.
  • Swelling.
  • Shoulder stiffness.

Pain when moving the shoulder.

  • Sudden pain when lifting the arm.
  • In advanced cases:
  • Severe pain at night.

 

Loss of strength and movement in the arm.

  • Difficulty performing daily tasks.
  • What are the causes of shoulder impingement?
  • Shoulder strain or overuse of the shoulder, such as performing certain sports, leading to swelling or tendon tears.
  • Inflammation or irritation of the subacromial bursa, located between the tendons and the acromion (tip of the shoulder).
  • Curvature of the end of the shoulder bone.

 

A bone spur at the end of the shoulder.

Shoulder injuries.

 

What are the diagnostic methods?

The doctor will take the medical history and perform the physical examination and may request additional procedures if needed, such as diagnostic imaging.

  • What are the treatment methods for shoulder impingement?
  • Treatment is done with several procedures or as needed and may include the following:
  • Painkillers (topical or oral).
  • Physical therapy: the physical therapist will teach you exercises that aim to reduce pain and restore shoulder function.
  • Cold compresses.

 

Steroid (cortisone) injections.

Surgery.

  • What are the prevention methods for shoulder impingement?
  • You can follow steps to help reduce shoulder impingement pain caused by shoulder impingement syndrome:

 

Perform exercises with proper posture.

Avoid performing any exercise or movement that causes shoulder pain.

  • What are the complications of shoulder impingement?

 

The most common complication:

Shoulder tendonitis.

 

When should you see a doctor?

You should see a doctor if the above symptoms appear or when you do not see a response to non-surgical treatment options.

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