Exercise and Impingements One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is impingement syndrome. This is when various tendons in the shoulder begin to rub against the shoulder blade, causing inflammation, tenderness, and difficulty of motion. More simply, this condition is referred to as swimmer’s shoulder, due to the repeated shoulder motions commonly used in swimming. In addition to swimmers, activities and tasks that require overhead motions can be a leading cause. This can include many different athletes, as well as manual laborers. While improper exercise and physical activity can be the cause of a shoulder impingement, when done […]