{"id":531,"date":"2020-07-28T19:01:48","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T19:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fancysdayspa.blog\/?p=531"},"modified":"2020-07-28T19:01:48","modified_gmt":"2020-07-28T19:01:48","slug":"shoulder-impingement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texasmassageacademy.com\/blog\/shoulder-impingement\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoulder Impingement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/fancysdayspa.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/shoulder-impingement.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-535\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shoulder impingement,\u00a0also known as subacromial impingement or swimmer\u2019s shoulder,\u00a0is caused when the tendons of the rotator cuff become trapped as they pass through the narrow bony channel known as the subacromial space. This little tunnel in the shoulder normally allows those tendons to slide back and forth with no restriction as you move your arm. However,<a href=\"https:\/\/texasmassageacademy.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-prevent-shoulder-injuries\/\"> <\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/texasmassageacademy.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-prevent-shoulder-injuries\/\">repetitive use of the shoulder<\/a>, more specifically repetitive overhead movement (like that of freestyle swimming strokes) can cause that tunnel to narrow, putting pressure on the tendons. There are two main reasons this impingement can happen; the physical space within that tunnel narrows due to tightness of surrounding muscles pushing the structures closer together, or the rotator cuff becomes damaged in some way leading to inflammation and swelling, making the tendon a bit larger, and therefore harder to fit within the space. One can also lead to the other, as well as cause other inflammatory issues within the shoulder, like bursitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/texasmassageacademy.com\/blog\/thoracic-outlet-syndrome-how-massage-can-help\/\">Symptoms usually include\u00a0pain<\/a> with overhead use of the arm,\u00a0like reaching into upper cabinets or brushing your hair, as well as\u00a0weakness of the shoulder muscles,\u00a0making it difficult to raise your arm. While shoulder impingement itself may seem like a relatively small issue if your symptoms are minor, the continued inflammation in the area can lead to further damage, weakening the rotator cuff, making you more likely to experience a rotator cuff tear and other shoulder injuries. If you\u2019re experiencing this kind of pain and restriction, it\u2019s important to get a checkup with your doctor, and depending on their specific training, potentially a referral to an orthopedic specialist. Either may\u00a0order an x-ray to rule out\u00a0arthritis, bone spurs,\u00a0and other issues, as well as\u00a0look at the health of the bone\u00a0and joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common treatment for shoulder impingement includes&nbsp;ant-inflammatory medications&nbsp;as well as physical therapy and massage therapy to decrease the inflammation and open that subacromial space, allowing the tendon to move more freely. Along with the manual work of massage to loosen the restrictions within the shoulder, exercises and stretches with a physical therapist and at home will help to re-educate your muscles to keep that space open as it should be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing any of these symptoms, or have been diagnosed with shoulder impingement, it\u2019s important to take it easy. Let your shoulder rest and heal, and alter your exercise and activities to limit those overhead movements. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.texasmassageacademy.com\">Don\u2019t forget to book a massage too<\/a>! You\u2019ll need that work on your shoulder, neck, and back to help you heal and keep you feeling great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shoulder impingement, also known as subacromial impingement or swimmer\u2019s shoulder, is caused when the tendons of the rotator cuff become trapped as they pass through the narrow bony channel known as the subacromial space. This little tunnel in the shoulder normally allows those tendons to slide back and forth with no restriction as you move your arm. 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