Shoulder tightness syndrome, impingement syndrome

Surgery is recommended if conservative therapies such as physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory treatments or infiltrations do not bring lasting improvement. The aim is to relieve the tight tendon and restore mobility to the shoulder.

The procedure is minimally invasive and is performed as part of arthroscopy. Fine instruments are used to remove constrictions and smooth out protruding bone to create more space for tendons and muscles.

Complete immobilisation is not usually required after the operation. Physiotherapy can be started shortly after the procedure to gently mobilise the shoulder. The return to professional activities depends on the individual healing process and can usually be resumed after a certain period of time. More physically demanding activities should generally be resumed a little later.