Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Shoulder Impingement (Subacromial)

Subacromial pain syndrome — compression of rotator cuff tendons and bursa between the humeral head and acromion. Assessment targets shoulder IR/ER ratio, scapular dyskinesis, thoracic extension, rotator cuff strength, and pec length.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors
5
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Shoulder Internal Rotation
2 Shoulder Flexion
3 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
4 Scapular Position
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Shoulder Abduction Drop

Risk Factors Assessed

Shoulder Internal Rotation
Scapular Position
Thoracic Extension
Shoulder Horizontal Abduction

Expected Timeline

6-12 weeks for mild, 12-20 weeks for moderate, 20+ weeks if chronic with tendinopathy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can shoulder impingement (subacromial) be corrected with exercise?
Typical improvement timeline is 6-12 weeks for mild, 12-20 weeks for moderate, 20+ weeks if chronic with tendinopathy. The protocol includes 4 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral.
What assessments are done for shoulder impingement (subacromial)?
The protocol assesses Shoulder Internal Rotation, Shoulder Flexion, Shoulder Horizontal Abduction, Scapular Position. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is shoulder impingement (subacromial) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Shoulder Impingement (Subacromial) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Shoulder Impingement (Subacromial) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
5
Timeline
6-12 weeks for mild, 12-20 weeks for moderate, 20+ weeks if chronic with tendinopathy
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