Supraspinatus tendonitis or what is commonly known as rotator cuff tendonitis is the most treated form of tendonitis. The rotator cuff is made up of many tendons and it is the supraspinatus tendon that connects the shoulder blade to the arm bone, and it is the tendon that is most susceptible to tendonitis.
This condition develops with repetitive moment like the arm movements you make while playing tennis and some other sports can also result in supraspinatus tendonitis, and are more likely to bring about the problem more than others will. No matter what, the pain can be rather agonizing.
People that play tennis and baseball, as well as swimmers, and golfers are all at risk of getting tendonitis. Nonetheless, supraspinatus tendonitis does not affect individuals that play sports, but also certain jobs have a higher risk of developing this condition. Occupations such as carpentry, painting, and decorating are known to cause this problem. The condition will start in the shoulder of the arm that gets used most often.
How do you know if you have supraspinatus tendonitis?
Overall, the condition begins with a dull pain in the shoulder; however, it can also spread down the arm and even across the chest region. Any arm movements like extending it or lifting it will cause much pain. People that experience this problem also discover that sleeping is not easy because of the weight being placed on the arm or shoulder that will end up in much pain.
If you do not get treatment, the problem will turn increasingly worse and soon it will be impossible to move the arm without feeling a lot of pain. When it gets to this point, people with the problem will do their best to not move their arm, what happens then is that the shoulder joint will become increasingly stiff.
Over and above the pain and stiffness, one can often experience bruising and noticeable swelling around the immediate area. Also, the shoulder area may appear to be red, in which case it will also be tender to the touch. Interestingly enough, when swelling occurs, it usually does so internally rather than externally, although it will of course still be visible.
Treatments
If the condition is allowed to progress to an advanced stage, there it is no other option but to seek professional medical treatment. In most cases, medication such as painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs will be prescribed in conjunction with physiotherapy, which of course will be necessary in order to restore movement. If the tendon has on the other hand been severely injured, surgery may be required.
If you play regular support which demands repetitive arm movements, or you're in an occupation which requires repetitive arm movements, and you begin experiencing a dull aching pain in your shoulder area, don't be tempted to ignore it in the hope that it will simply go away. Remember, rotator cuff tendonitis can end up being unbearably painful, and as such, you should seek treatment at the earliest possible time. - 30453
This condition develops with repetitive moment like the arm movements you make while playing tennis and some other sports can also result in supraspinatus tendonitis, and are more likely to bring about the problem more than others will. No matter what, the pain can be rather agonizing.
People that play tennis and baseball, as well as swimmers, and golfers are all at risk of getting tendonitis. Nonetheless, supraspinatus tendonitis does not affect individuals that play sports, but also certain jobs have a higher risk of developing this condition. Occupations such as carpentry, painting, and decorating are known to cause this problem. The condition will start in the shoulder of the arm that gets used most often.
How do you know if you have supraspinatus tendonitis?
Overall, the condition begins with a dull pain in the shoulder; however, it can also spread down the arm and even across the chest region. Any arm movements like extending it or lifting it will cause much pain. People that experience this problem also discover that sleeping is not easy because of the weight being placed on the arm or shoulder that will end up in much pain.
If you do not get treatment, the problem will turn increasingly worse and soon it will be impossible to move the arm without feeling a lot of pain. When it gets to this point, people with the problem will do their best to not move their arm, what happens then is that the shoulder joint will become increasingly stiff.
Over and above the pain and stiffness, one can often experience bruising and noticeable swelling around the immediate area. Also, the shoulder area may appear to be red, in which case it will also be tender to the touch. Interestingly enough, when swelling occurs, it usually does so internally rather than externally, although it will of course still be visible.
Treatments
If the condition is allowed to progress to an advanced stage, there it is no other option but to seek professional medical treatment. In most cases, medication such as painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs will be prescribed in conjunction with physiotherapy, which of course will be necessary in order to restore movement. If the tendon has on the other hand been severely injured, surgery may be required.
If you play regular support which demands repetitive arm movements, or you're in an occupation which requires repetitive arm movements, and you begin experiencing a dull aching pain in your shoulder area, don't be tempted to ignore it in the hope that it will simply go away. Remember, rotator cuff tendonitis can end up being unbearably painful, and as such, you should seek treatment at the earliest possible time. - 30453
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