ReviewRheumatology advances in practice2023
Current and future advances in practice: tendinopathies of the shoulder.
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5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: A Narrative Review.Journal of functional morphology and kinesiology · 2026Review
- Comparative ultrasonographic assessment of supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and biceps tendon thickness in bodybuilders and non-sportsperson.Journal of ultrasound · 2025Article
- Shoulder pain: to image or not to image?Frontiers in rehabilitation sciences · 2025Article
- Methodological Variation Among Studies Evaluating Pain Processing in Tendinopathy: A Scoping Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Navigating gaps in evidence to inform current and future practice in rheumatology.Rheumatology advances in practice · 2023Article
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Abstract
Tendinopathies of the shoulder are a burdensome problem. Current treatments include exercise, physical therapies, corticosteroid injections and surgery. However, the clinical outcomes from randomized controlled trials evaluating the effectiveness of these interventions are largely unremarkable. Given the apparent lack of progress in improving clinical outcomes for patients, it is appropriate to consider other avenues. Research has identified a link between lifestyle-related modifiable risk factors, including smoking, overweight and physical inactivity, and the onset and persistence of tendinopathies of the shoulder. Further research is required to understand whether addressing these factors results in better clinical outcomes for patients. Teachable moments and shared decision-making are concepts that could enable clinicians to integrate the assessment and management of these lifestyle factors. Given that these lifestyle factors also increase the risk of developing other common morbidities, including cardiovascular disease, an evolution of routine clinical care in this way could represent an important step forwards.
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