Swimmer's shoulder
Alternative names
Rotator cuff tendinitis; Pitcher's shoulder; Shoulder impingement syndrome; Tennis shoulder
Definition
Rotator cuff tendinitis is an inflammation (irritation and swelling) of the tendons of the shoulder.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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