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What causes impingement and bursitis?
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Dr Andrei Diacon
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Andrei Diacon is an Australian-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon subspecialising shoulder and knee conditions. He takes an evidence-based, patient-centred approach, prioritising non-operative management where appropriate and … View Profile
Impingement and bursitis commonly develop from repetitive overhead arm movements (painting, swimming, throwing sports), poor posture (rounded shoulders), rotator cuff weakness, bone spurs on the acromion, or thickening of ligaments in the shoulder. Age-related changes and previous shoulder injury can also contribute.
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