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Definition

Disruption of the normal smooth motion of the scapulothoracic joint

- posterior scapula pain with overhead motion

Etiology

1.  Bony abnormalities

- osteochondromas

- prominence of the superior medial border of the scapula / Luschka tubercle

2.  Soft tissue abnormalities

- bursitis / scar tissue

- muscular weakness

3.  Masses

 Scapular process fractures

Types

Coracoid process

Scapula spine

Acromial fractures

British Athletics Muscle Injury Classification (MRI)