About Shoulder Tendinitis
Key Highlights
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Targeted relief from chronic shoulder pain and stiffness.Restores range of motion and functional strength for daily activities.Minimally invasive treatment options, like arthroscopy, often available.Structured rehabilitation with physical therapy promotes optimal healing.Helps prevent further tendon degeneration and potential tears.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent shoulder pain, especially with overhead movements or at night.
- Weakness and limited range of motion in the shoulder joint.
- Failure to improve with several weeks of conservative care (rest, ice, NSAIDs).
- Diagnosis of specific tendinitis (e.g., supraspinatus, biceps) via physical exam and imaging (MRI, ultrasound).
- Presence of calcific deposits within the tendon visible on X-ray.
How to prepare
- Complete a detailed medical history and physical examination with the orthopedic surgeon.
- Undergo diagnostic imaging such as X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis.
- Discuss all current medications; you may need to stop blood thinners or NSAIDs before certain procedures.
- For surgical procedures, arrange for post-operative assistance and transportation.
- Follow pre-operative fasting instructions if surgery is scheduled.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the injection or surgical site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially causing numbness or weakness.
- Allergic reaction to medications or anesthesia.
- Stiffness or adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder).
- Incomplete pain relief or recurrence of symptoms.
- Rare tendon weakening or rupture from repeated corticosteroid injections.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest and immobilization with a sling may be advised for a short period post-procedure.
- Application of ice packs to manage pain and swelling in the first 48-72 hours.
- Gradual, guided physical therapy is crucial to regain strength and flexibility, often starting within days to weeks.
- Pain management with prescribed or over-the-counter medications as directed.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, or overhead activities for the period specified by your surgeon.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing progress and adjust the rehabilitation plan.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days
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Expected recovery time: 6 weeks to 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering shoulder tendinitis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for shoulder tendinitis in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform shoulder tendinitis. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for shoulder tendinitis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Shoulder Tendinitis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing shoulder tendinitis.
Rohan Reddy, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Rohan Reddy, a 28-year-old software engineer and weekend cricket enthusiast, began experiencing a sharp, persistent pain in his right shoulder while bowling. Initially dismissing it as a strain, the pain worsened over three months, becoming a constant ache that disrupted his sleep and made even typing at work painful. An MRI confirmed calcific tendinitis in his supraspinatus tendon, with a large calcium deposit causing significant inflammation. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sharma, recommended an ultrasound-guided barbotage procedure to break up and aspirate the calcific deposit, explaining it as a minimally invasive alternative to surgery. During the 30-minute procedure, Rohan felt pressure and some discomfort but was relieved to be awake and see the chalky material being withdrawn on the ultrasound screen. In the weeks following, he adhered to a strict physiotherapy regimen. Within six weeks, his pain had reduced by 80%, and he gradually returned to light gym workouts. Emotionally, Rohan felt frustrated and aged by his injury, fearing it would end his active lifestyle. Post-procedure, he felt a profound sense of hope and relief, regaining confidence in his body's ability to heal.
Orthopedists for Shoulder Tendinitis
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform shoulder tendinitis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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