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Treatment of Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

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Best hospitals and doctors for shoulder impingement syndrome treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Shoulder Impingement Diagnostics
1539
Arthroscopic surgery for shoulder impingement
5313.96
Orthopedic rehabilitation
690.57
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Bogenhausen Munich ranks among the ten best medical centers in Bavaria and among the top 50 medical facilities in Germany! The medical facility is the Academic Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. The modern hospital with the highest level of services annuall
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The Marien Hospital Duesseldorf is a modern medical facility in the very center of Duesseldorf and a recognized Research Center. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid back in 1864 with the support of the Catholic Church. The Christian principles of helping and supporting patients have not changed at all over the years, b
PAN Clinic Cologne
PAN Clinic Cologne
Overall rating9 / 10
The PAN Clinic Cologne is a multidisciplinary medical facility that combines advanced medicine, excellent quality of patient care and a high level of comfort. Founded in 1999, the clinic is located in the very heart of Cologne. During this time, the medical complex has gained long clinical experience, but at the same time it has
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The St. Remigius Hospital Opladen Leverkusen provides medical services in accordance with the highest standards. It is part of the Kplus Group, which unites more than twenty medical facilities. All hospitals of the group are not only distinguished by high-quality healthcare services, but also adhere to the Christian beliefs. The
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The Hannover Medical School has the status of a leading German medical facility. The advanced medical technologies, highly qualified specialists, as well as productive research activities form a solid basis for top-class medical service of the world standard. The hospital is proud of its outstanding achievements in the treatment
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HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Merheim ranks among the top German medical centers! The health facility is an academic hospital of Witten/Herdecke University, which gives patients access to the very latest developments in European medicine. The Hospital Cologne-Merheim positions itself as a maximu
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The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of succ
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The Asklepios Municipal Hospital Bad Wildungen positions itself as a modern medical facility, which is focused on the provision of high-quality medical services using state-of-the-art medical technologies and advanced treatment methods. The hospital pays great attention to an individual approach to each patient, which is the bas
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The Eichsfeld Hospital Heilbad Heiligenstadt is a reputable medical facility, whose patients can undergo high-quality diagnostics and treatment in accordance with European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the University of Goettingen, so many local doctors are actively engaged in research activities and
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Hospital Kassel
Hospital Kassel
Overall rating9.9 / 10
The Hospital Kassel is a progressive medical facility with a huge medical team, which provides high-quality medical services in all branches of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the regional medical Gesundheit Nordhessen Holding, which unites 5 top-class medical centers, including specialized rehabilitation clinics. With
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Ruettenscheid began its work back in 1870, and large-scale restoration took place here in 1980. The medical facility is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it has access to innovations in the medical field, and also makes its own contribution to the develo
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Steele is one of the best and most advanced medical facilities in the Ruhr area. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it extremely quickly implements innovative diagnostic and therapeutic methods into clinical practice. The hospital i
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the St. Antonius Hospital Eschweiler ranks among the top medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital is a modern medical complex with 13 specialized departments. The hospital has more than 165 years of history, so it has long won an excellent reputation not only in Germ
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St. Anna Hospital Herne
St. Anna Hospital Herne
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the famous Focus magazine, the St. Anna Hospital Herne ranks among the best medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital first opened its doors to patients on September 27, 1901, and therefore it is rightfully proud of its long history and successful treatment results. Initially, the hospital had only
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According to the Focus magazine, the Martin Luther Hospital Berlin ranks among the top medical facilities in the region, and is also recognized as the leading hospital specializing in the treatment of foreign patients with orthopedic diseases! The hospital positions itself as an Emergency Trauma Center with the top-class medical
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About the disease

Shoulder impingement syndrome is a condition whereby the shoulder becomes inflamed and swollen. It develops when a person regularly partakes in strenuous activities that involve lifting the arms above the head, such-as painting ceilings, lifting and swimming. Shoulder impingement can also develop because of genetic bone abnormalities.

This disease develops gradually. At first pain is mild, but eventually it becomes more and more severe to the point where the sufferer cannot move the shoulder. If not treated in time, it can result in bursitis and rotator cuff tear, where the shoulder joints become worn out and damaged.

Another common complication is tendinitis. Shoulder impingement is most common in young athletes under 25 years of age. It usually manifests first as an inflammation or hemorrhage in the rotator cuff. The sufferer is unable to move their hand freely because of the disruption to the flow of blood and swollen muscles affected by damaged joints.

There are practically 3 stages of this syndrome:

  • During the first stage, the damage caused by impingement is reversible and can be treated. This condition usually responds well to conservative treatment.
  • During the second stage, the sufferer develops such conditions as tendonitis and inflammation becomes acute. At this point, the patient needs to be operated on the shoulder joint to remove the shoulder mobility.
  • If the condition reaches the third stage, the patient will experience complete disruption of the rotator cuff, which may need to be surgically removed and replaced with an artificial rotator cuff. Almost 60% of patients suffering from shoulder impingement are over 40 years of age and in the remaining 40% it is caused by repetitive strain injury in the workplace or as a result of an accident.  

Symptoms

  • Pain in the arm
  • Inability to lift the arm
  • Numbness or shooting sensation in the shoulder
  • Loss of bicep muscle strength
  • Irritation

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination at the doctor’s surgery, the patient will be asked to move their arm to find out where the pain is concentrated. Such an examination also allows the doctor to determine how much mobility the patient has in their arm.
  • An X-ray of the shoulder will reveal if there is a problem with the rotator cuff.

Treatment

  • An arthroscopy is a common treatment method for shoulder impingement. It is a less invasive surgery, performed with the help of a device called an arthroscope, which is inserted into the shoulder with several incisions. It is more effective than open surgery, as it allows the surgeon access to the damaged cartilage without making a big incision. An arthroscopy also allows the surgeon to repair the torn surface of the cartilage during its further reconstruction.
  • Open surgery is also used to repair shoulder impingement, although it can create a greater trauma to the connective tissue.
  • Implantation of an artificial rotator cuff is used in progressed stages of shoulder impingement.

Surgery for this syndrome is usually successful and you will be able to regain normal use of your arm.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed