shock wave

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

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome

Definition

Chronic lateral trochanteric pain

- abductor tendon tendonitis

- trochanteric bursitis

Epidemiology

Women 40 - 60 years old

Mechanism

? repetitive friction of iliotibial tract over GT

Symptoms

Pain over upper lateral thigh with activity

- often related to hip flexion

Definition

Mid-substance calcification of the rotator cuff

- part of a metaplasia secondary to hypoxia

Aetiology

2 groups of patients