Scapulothoracic Bursitis (Snapping Scapula)

A snapping scapula (shoulderblade) is the description given to a condition of the shoulder that can cause a range of symptoms most often associated with a painful clicking, grinding or snapping of the shoulderblade area. There are many factors that can lead to a scapula to snap including muscle tears, fractures of the shoulder area, exostosis (a bony lump that forms at the top of the bursa), rheumatoid diseases and injuries. 

Symptoms

The following is a list of symptoms associated with a snapping scapula:

• Snapping Sound
• Cracking Sound
• Pain in the shoulder area
• A feeling of instability
• Grinding of the shoulder blade
• Pain, soreness, swelling in the shoulder area

Treatment

Arthroscopic procedures can vary to treat the symptoms and conditions. For example, if you are experiencing ongoing shoulder popping and instability associated with a snapping scapula (shoulder blade) then arthroscopic surgery can treat and cure the shoulder related pain and mechanical catching and grinding symptoms in the shoulder blade region. This particular procedure, which is not widely available, has been refined by Dr. Millett and involves removing bone spurs and inflamed tissue to restore full painless motion. Recovery is typically quick, and sometimes can even be within a few days from the procedure.

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