Supraspinatus Tendinitis And Impingement

Question 1

Supraspinatus tendinitis

Answer 1

Common shoulder condition characterised by inflammation or irritation of the Supraspinatus tendon. This tendon plays a crucial role in shoulder movement and stability.

Question 2

Supraspinatus impingement

Answer 2

Occurs when the Supraspinatus tendon irritated or compressed as it passes through the subacromial space. This compression can lead to pain, inflammation, and restricted movement.

Question 3

Causes of Supraspinatus impingement

Answer 3

Narrowing of subacromial space which can result from:
-bone spurs on the acromion
-inflammation of the bursa
-rotator cuff tendonitis or partial tears
-repetitive overhead activities such as swimming, tennis or weightlifting
-age- related degeneration of the tendon.

Question 4

Supraspinatus tendonitis causes

Answer 4

Repetitive stress on the tendon or sudden injury to the tendon

Question 5

Test to differentiate between Supraspinatus impingement and tendinitis.

Answer 5

Supraspinatus impingement: pain when arms lifted above shoulder height

Isometric test in neutral position: painful in tendinitis but not impingement