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Shoulder Impingement

Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become pinched or compressed as they pass through the subacromial space. It is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain.

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Typical Recovery Time
6-12 weeks with conservative treatment

🔍 Symptoms

  • Pain when lifting the arm overhead
  • Pain at the front or side of the shoulder
  • Weakness in the shoulder
  • Painful arc between 60-120 degrees of elevation

⚡ Common Causes

  • Repetitive overhead activities
  • Poor posture
  • Rotator cuff weakness
  • Bone spurs
  • Shoulder instability

💊 Treatment Options

1Rest and activity modification
2Physical therapy
3NSAIDs
4Cortisone injections
5Surgery in refractory cases

🚨 When to See a Doctor

If pain is severe, you have significant weakness, or symptoms persist beyond 6 weeks of treatment.

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