Definition:

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression is a relatively non-invasive procedure for the treatment of Subacromial Impingement Syndrome. Arthroscopic subacromial decompression is most commonly performed on an out-patient basis.

Symptoms:

• Pain in the front of the shoulder
• Pain worse with arm movement including lifting the arm over the shoulders and during inward rotation of the arm against weight or pressure
• Point tender to subscapularis tendon

Causes:

• Repetitive overhead movements of the arm
• Muscle imbalance of the shoulder

Treatment:

• Passive and active ROM to shoulder
• Posture program
• Shoulder stabilization exercises
• Upper extremity strengthening exercises