The cause of shoulder impingement syndrome is the compression of the tendons of the rotator cuff between part of the shoulder blade and the head of the humerus. This may lead to a weakening of the tendons of the rotator cuff, a situation that may result in a torn rotator cuff.

Rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medications and steroids are treatments for an impinged shoulder.  A simple series of stretching exercises and ice or heat may also give relief.  The use of an ice pack cools the inflammation down and conversely heat helps to warm up the muscles around the shoulder and get rid of some of the muscular tension.  A relatively inexpensive wrap for your shoulder can also do wonders. If non-invasive treatments don’t work shoulder surgery may be required.