Shoulder impingement means that one or more of the tendons in your shoulder get pinched by inefficient movement of the arm (humerus) and/or shoulder blade (scapula). If the scapula does not rotate enough or quickly enough, as you lift your arm, tendons such as the biceps, infraspinatus or supraspinatus can become trapped between the scapula and the head of the humerus. This usually results in pain in the middle of your shoulder range as you lift the arm. The pain is usually felt in the upper arm, but treatment is aimed at improving the movement of the scapula with strengthening and coordination exercises, postural exercises, ultrasoune, interferential, myofascial release, deep tissue massage and joint mobilisations. If you are having problems with shoulder impingement, book an appointment with e-physiotherapy Edinburgh.