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Swimmer's shoulder

Also called: impingement syndrome
Shoulder pain caused by connective tissue (a tendon) rubbing on a shoulder blade.
  • Treatable by a medical professional
  • Requires a medical diagnosis
  • Lab tests or imaging rarely required
  • Medium-term: resolves within months
Impingement syndrome is caused by inflammation from repetitive shoulder activities. Injury and aging are other causes.
Pain may be consistent and increase with lifting or reaching movements.
Rest, medications, and physical therapy can help.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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