Are You at Risk for Shoulder Impingement Syndrome?

Creator: Doctronic
Published: 2024-01-09T00:00:00+00:00

Published: Jan 09, 2024

Shoulder impingement syndrome can be debilitating, but knowing the risk factors can help in preventing it. Learn about the activities and conditions that increase your risk.

Contents

Key Risk Factors
The Role of Anatomy
Genetic and Biological Factors
Frequently Asked Questions
Take Charge

Key Risk Factors

Repetitive overhead activities, such as sports like swimming and tennis, are major risk factors for SIS. Jobs that require overhead work, like painting, also contribute. Age is another factor, with increased risk as we get older.

The Role of Anatomy

Certain anatomical features can increase the risk of SIS. For example, variations in acromion shape can lead to more compression. Scapular instability and dyskinesis are also contributing factors.

Shoulder impingement syndrome occurs when the shoulder's tendons are intermittently trapped and compressed during shoulder movements. Risk factors include repetitive overhead activities, certain anatomical features, and aging.

Genetic and Biological Factors

Preliminary genomic studies suggest a genetic predisposition to SIS. Biologic factors related to rotator cuff health also play a role in susceptibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Repetitive overhead activities like sports and certain jobs increase risk.

Yes, the risk of SIS increases with age.

Genetics might play a role in SIS susceptibility.

Acromion shape and scapular instability are key anatomical factors.

Take Charge

Identifying and managing risk factors can help prevent SIS and maintain shoulder health.

Discuss your lifestyle with Doctronic to assess your risk for SIS and learn preventive measures.

References

Hawkins RJ, Abrams JS. Impingement syndrome in the absence of rotator cuff tear (stages 1 and 2). Orthop Clin North Am 1987; 18:373.
Mehta S, Gimbel JA, Soslowsky LJ. Etiologic and pathogenetic factors for rotator cuff tendinopathy. Clin Sports Med 2003; 22:791.
Ratcliffe E, Pickering S, McLean S, Lewis J. Is there a relationship between subacromial impingement syndrome and scapular orientation? A systematic review. Br J Sports Med 2014; 48:1251.

This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.

Are You at Risk for Shoulder Impingement Syndrome?

Key Risk Factors

The Role of Anatomy

Genetic and Biological Factors

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities increase SIS risk?

Does age affect SIS risk?

Can genetics influence SIS?

What anatomical factors contribute?

Take Charge

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