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Shoulder Pain/Impingement/Rotator Cuff Problems

What it is:

Your rotator cuff is a tendon connecting the four muscles that lift and rotate the shoulder. Sometimes, as the arm is lifted, the front part of the shoulder blade rubs against the rotator cuff. This puts pressure on the rotator cuff, creating a condition called impingement.

Impingement is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain in adults. It may be caused by bursitis or tendonitis .

Often, shoulder pain or problems are misdiagnosed as a local problem with the shoulder, when the problem is with the cervical spine, or neck.

Where it occurs:

Impingement, rotator cuff problems and referred pain from the neck can appear in the shoulder.

The Symptoms:

Patients with impingement may experience:

• Pain in the shoulder or side of the arm
• Neck Pain
• Limited range of motion
• Swelling
• Tenderness in the shoulder
• Stiffness
• Loss of strength

What are my treatment options?

Chiropractic Medicine, Physical Rehabilitation