Will impingement turn into a tear?

Ongoing impingement can contribute to tendon wear, so early treatment of posture and strength is worthwhile.

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Treatment in Uijeongbu, Korea

In short: Pinching of the rotator cuff tendon and bursa under the shoulder blade's bony roof when raising the arm.

What is Shoulder Impingement Syndrome?

Impingement occurs when the space under the acromion narrows and the tendon and bursa are squeezed during overhead movement. Posture, muscle imbalance and bone shape all play a role.

Common symptoms

Pain when raising the arm between 60 and 120 degrees
Pain reaching overhead
Night pain

What causes it?

Rounded shoulders
Overhead sports and work
Bone spurs

How it is diagnosed at Yonsei Leaders

Clinical tests and ultrasound of the bursa and tendon.

Non-surgical treatment options

Ultrasound-Guided Injection: Real-time ultrasound (E-CUBE 8 DIA) lets the doctor see tendons, ligaments, bursae and nerves while injecting, for accurate soft-tissue and joint…
Manual Therapy: One-to-one hands-on treatment by a trained therapist to release tight muscles, mobilise stiff joints and correct posture and alignment.
Rehabilitation and Corrective Exercise: Guided strengthening, stabilisation and mobility exercise to rebuild support around the spine and joints and prevent pain from returning.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy: Focused acoustic energy (IN-520 device) delivered through the skin to stimulate healing in chronic tendon and fascia pain, with no needles and no…

Your plan is tailored after examination; many patients combine a targeted procedure with manual therapy and exercise for longer-lasting results.

Self-care tips

Posture correction
Strengthen shoulder blade muscles

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