Supraspinatus impingement occurs when the supraspinatus tendon, part of the rotator cuff, becomes compressed or irritated as it passes through the shoulder joint, often beneath the acromion bone. This condition can lead to pain, weakness, and limited range of motion in the shoulder, particularly during overhead activities. It is commonly associated with shoulder injuries or overuse and can be diagnosed through physical examinations and imaging studies. Treatment often includes rest, physical therapy, and, in some cases, surgical intervention.
It tests for the supraspinatus tendon or impingement.
Impingement syndrome ICD 9: 726.2
The supraspinatus muscle originates from the supraspinous fossa of the scapula.
A tear of the supraspinatus is a tear of the rotator cuff of the shoulder. Arthroscopic surgery is the repair to repair for this.
A central cord impingement is an incomplete injury to the cervical spinal cord. A central cord impingement results in extensive motor weakness in the upper extremities.
Supraspinatus and deltoid
The subscapular fossa is located anterior to the supraspinatus and infraspinatus fossae on the scapula.
No full thickness/partial articular tear of the supraspinatus tendon
The thecal sac is the covering for the spinal cord. This can be seen on an MRI. Impingement means that something is pressing on it.
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Mild to moderate supraspinatus tendinosis is a condition characterized by inflammation or degeneration of the supraspinatus tendon in the shoulder. It can cause pain, weakness, and limited range of motion in the affected shoulder. Treatment typically involves rest, physical therapy, and sometimes corticosteroid injections.
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