Acute Calcific Tendonitis Flashcards
1
Q
define
A
calcium deposition in the supraspinatus tendon
2
Q
presentation
A
acute onset shoulder pain
3
Q
diagnosis
A
XR- deposits seen proximal to greater tuberosity
4
Q
management
A
- self limiting (pain eases as calcification resorbs)
- subacromial steroid and LA injections