What is impingement?

Impingement is a common diagnosis for shoulder problems and pain, and is caused by the pressure of one of the tendons of the rotator cuff muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis) on the surrounding structures of the shoulder. Such shoulder problems can be resolved with timely response after several therapies with proper exercises. Otherwise, the painful condition can last for a long time! In addition to the shoulder joint, it can also occur in the hip joint.

What are the symptoms of shoulder impingement?

• pain on the top and outer side of the shoulder;
• pain that worsens when you raise your arm, especially above your head;
• weakness in the arm!

Treatment and therapy

• Targeted exercises for the shoulder girdle;
• Shockwave therapy (read more about therapy at the link)
• Mobilization techniques for the shoulder and scapula!

In the case of a mechanical problem without inflammation, treatment can last very short, and if inflammation is present, treatment can last up to several months.