Swimmers Shoulder

Rotator Cuff Impingement Syndrome

Diagnosis
Your Shoulder joint is a relatively complex joint in terms of planes of movement. Rotator Cuff impingement occurs when the muscle tendons are intermittently trapped and compressed during movement.  This results in painful shoulder movement.

Prevention
Strengthening the Rotator Cuff muscles and stretching this area will help to lower the risk of shoulder impingement. Book a session with your local Physio who will be able to advise you on some exercises.

Treatment

For the first 48 hours limit movement through the joint.
After 48 hours whilst using some heat applied locally to the area, gradually swing your arm back and to increase the range of movement. Persist with this until full range of movement is achieved.
When Full range of movement has been achieved proceed to the strengthening exercises as shown above.