Swimmer’s shoulder is a common term that refers to shoulder impingement. This is an overuse injury typically seen in athletes whose sports involve repetitive shoulder movements.

With a rotator cuff tear, surgery is typically recommended. But shoulder impingement may be healed by eliminating the cause or contributing factor.

Have a rotator cuff tear, shoulder impingement, or shoulder dislocation? Consulting a sports medicine specialist for the most common shoulder injuries is key.