Shoulder Bursitis and Rotator Cuff Injuries: Causes and Treatment
Many of us will experience shoulder pain at some point in our lives. This pain can result from an acute injury or chronic overload, with various possible diagnoses presenting a unique set of symptoms and challenges. One of the most common sources of shoulder pain is related to the structures under the acromion, a bony projection on the scapula, as shown in the figure below. This type of pain is sometimes referred to as sub-acromial pain. The structures under the acromion, which include the sub-acromial bursa and rotator cuff tendons, can be susceptible to injury or inflammation, leading to two common problems: rotator cuff tears and sub-acromial bursitis.
Here is the ONE key to fixing your bursitis problems
Lets get straight to the point. Bursitis can be a nagging, niggly, frustrating and sometimes debilitating problem. Here is the most important aspect to your recovery:
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You need to identify what the aggravating activity is (or was), and reduce or remove it until you can address the factors behind why it has resulted in a bursitis.
For example, if you’ve recently started a new gym program, and you’ve noticed some shoulder pain which you’ve been told is bursitis, you should be asked the following questions:
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Did you do too much too soon
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Is your exercise technique sound
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Is the balance of strength around your shoulders appropriate
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Do you have adequate control, flexibility and mobility around your shoulder
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Do you have too much flexibility or mobility around your shoulder
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Do your work or home duties contribute to excessive stress through your shoulder
Each case of bursitis is unique
Certain areas of the body seem to be more susceptible to developing bursitis, and each area requires a targeted assessment and specific treatment methods. The two most common areas include:
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Shoulder (subacromial bursitis) - See our article on shoulder bursitis by clicking here
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Hip (ischiogluteal or trochanteric bursitis)
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A thorough assessment by an experienced sports physiotherapist can help you answer all the above questions and work out a plan detailing exactly what you need to do to fix your bursitis pain.
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Sports physios have had extensive extra training in the area of muscle and joint injury assessment and management, with a focus on those occurring while playing sport or during physical activity. Here at ProSport Physio, we are qualified sports physiotherapists who have spent many years working with sporting teams and individual athletes, from professional to weekend warriors! During this time, we have been responsible for accurately diagnosing and managing all types of injuries. We work closely with our patients to develop highly specific return to play programs, guiding them through each step.
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