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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - What is it for

​Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS) refers to a combination of signs and symptoms that are caused by the compression of structures surrounding the shoulder joint that occur with raising of the arm. 

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Symptoms

  • Shoulder pain
  • Reduced range of motion of the affected shoulder
  • Night pain
  • Shoulder stiffness

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - How to prevent?

​To prevent another dislocation, patients should continue wearing the sling or immobilizer until it is deem safe by the orthopaedic surgeon. 

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Causes and Risk Factors

  • Repetitive overhead activity
  • Increasing age
  • Athletes who participate in overhead sports (Swimming, tennis, weightlifting etc)
  • Occupations that involve overhead activity (stocking shelves, painting etc)
  • Instability of the shoulder joint, scapular, or upper arm inflexibility

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Diagnosis

  • Physical examination
  • Ultrasound
  • X-rays of the shoulder
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the shoulder

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Treatments

Non-surgical option
  • Your surgeon may suggest physical therapy with a physiotherapist
  • Ice therapy
  • Rest
  • Avoiding activities that may worsen symptoms
  • Analgesia
Surgical option may be offered for:
  • Based on severity, your surgeon may recommend surgery if non-surgical method fails to reduce your symptoms. 

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Preparing for surgery

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome/Acromioplasty - Post-surgery care

After successful reduction of shoulder dislocation, the shoulder is kept immobilized in a sling or immobilizer. The surgeon will decide on the duration of the immobilization and when it will be safe to start rehabilitation. 

Please refer to “Orthopaedic Surgery information sheet” for other information regarding post-surgery care. 
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