When reaching above shoulder height or across the body as we do when reaching into a cabinet or washing our hair, the acromion (which is an aspect of the shoulder blade) may rub against a tendon and this could result in pain. This is known as shoulder impingement.
Causes of shoulder impingement:
- Overuse Injuries
- Strain in our Shoulder
- Poor posture
- Disuse
- Sleeping on affected side
- Repetitive motions such as lifting boxes, playing tennis, or picking up your kids
Symptoms you may experience:
- Painful arc – pain when reaching above shoulder height
- This includes reaching up to get something out of the cabinet or top of the closet.
- Pain when lying on your side
- May experience trouble sleeping on the affected side.
- Pain with reaching
- When walking the dog or playing with the kids.
- Eventually may lead to pain at rest
- Weakness in the arm
- Clicking in the shoulder
What should you do now?
- Avoid motions that are increasing pain
- Call Loudoun Sports Therapy to set up an appointment!\
- 703-450-4300
What you can expect at Physical therapy:
An assessment by a physical therapist with a treatment plan set up to include appropriate stretches, strengthening and increased awareness with proper form for performing everyday activities!
Give us a call to set up a 1 on 1 evaluation with one of our Physical Therapists at 703-450-4300.
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