Description:
The supraspinatus tendon runs from the scapula to the humerus bone. The tendon can become inflamed due to a throwing injury, a fall, or from injury to the bursa.

What is it?
Supraspinatus Inflammation is the reddening, swelling, and irritation of the supraspinatus tendon.

Common Signs & Symptoms:
Common symptoms include pain in abduction from 0-60 degrees, anterior shoulder pain, especially at night, tenderness when pressure is applied, and aching or stiffness.

​Common Assessments:
Assessment methods involve evaluating pain levels and location, testing strength and range of motion limitations, analyzing biomechanics and posture, performing the Neer’s Impingement Test, and collecting a thorough patient history to determine the mechanism of injury.
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