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ArticleJournal of orthopaedic case reports2025

Arthroscopic Management of Snapping Scapular Syndrome due to Recalcitrant Scapulothoracic Bursitis - A Case Series.

Raghavendra Kembhavi, Jojin Jose Chitten, Nagesh M Inginshetty

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Raghavendra KembhaviDepartment of Orthopaedics, Shri B M Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Bijapur, Karnataka, India.
Jojin Jose ChittenDepartment of Orthopaedics, Al Azhar Medical College and Superspeciality Hospital, Thodupuzha, Kerala, India.
Nagesh M InginshettyDepartment of Orthopaedics, Shri B M Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Bijapur, Karnataka, India.

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Abstract

Introduction: Snapping scapula syndrome (SSS) is a rare pathological condition characterized by palpable and/or audible crackling sensation during scapulothoracic movements. Scapulothoracic bursitis with or without osseous lesions is commonly associated with this syndrome. The initial management is always non-operative methods with anti-inflammatory medications and physiotherapy modalities. However, if the symptoms persist beyond 3-6 months of non-surgical treatment, it should be categorized as refractory or recalcitrant bursitis and necessitate either open or arthroscopic surgical excision of the lesion. Case Report: We successfully managed five patients with SSS with arthroscopic scapulothoracic bursectomy. Conclusion: Arthroscopic scapulothoracic bursectomy is a successful surgical intervention for patients with scapulothoracic bursitis who do not respond to the conservative mode of management.

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Scapula dyskinesiascapulothoracic bursitissnapping scapula syndrome

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PMCPMC11823871

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