| Calcified Shoulder |
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General points for a calcified shoulder
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| The so-called calcified shoulder is defined as deposits of calcium in the tendons of the rotator cuff. In most cases, the supraspinatus tendon is affected. The disease commonly occurs in the fourth and fifth decade of life and predominantly affects women. Typically, there are alternating phases of complete absence of pain and highly acute pain.
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Aim of the treatment
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The objective of conservative treatment is to reduce pain. If this cannot be achieved by means of conservative measures, surgical removal of the calcium deposits is indicated.
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Aftercare
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From the first day after the operation, the arm should be moved with instruction from a physiotherapist in order to prevent adhesions. A return to work is possible after 3 - 4 weeks. For patients performing heavy physical work or who predominantly work above their head, the rehabilitations phase prolongs itself for approx. 6 - 12 weeks. The time of resuming an individual type of sport depends on the specific strain on the shoulder girdle.
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