Supraspinatus Tendon Injection
What is supraspinatus tendon injection?
The supraspinatus is a relatively small muscle of the upper back that runs from the upper part of the scapula (shoulder blade) to the humerus (arm bone). Contraction of the supraspinatus muscle leads to abduction of the arm (moving an outstretched arm outside) at the shoulder joint. Supraspinatus injection is indicated to reduce pain in the shoulder due to conditions like supraspinatus tendinitis (inflammation of the tendon), supraspinatus muscle tear and rotator cuff tears.
What will happen?
You will be admitted to day surgery and you will be asked to change into a gown. In the procedure room, you will be assisted to position on the procedure table. An ultrasound machine will be used to determine where we should place the needle for your procedure in the shoulder. The medicines will be injected once correct placement has been established. The procedure will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. When the pain relief is good, but short-lived, platelet-rich plasma injections are done to provide long-term benefit.
What are the risks?
The risk of complication from a bursa injection is very low. However, there could be bruising, swelling or inflammation at the injection site.
Please read our FAQ section to know more about the do's and don'ts prior to and after the procedure.