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Here is a structured, evidence-based physiotherapy protocol for supraspinatus tendinitis (tendinopathy), drawn from Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics (2026), Roberts and Hedges' Clinical Procedures, and the latest published network meta-analysis (Lazzarini et al., BJSM 2026).

Supraspinatus Tendinitis - Physiotherapy Protocol

Anatomy & Clinical Context

Supraspinatus tendon and subacromial bursa anatomy
The supraspinatus tendon runs beneath the coracoacromial arch and is most vulnerable at its "critical zone" 1 cm proximal to its insertion on the greater tuberosity. Tendinitis often co-exists with subacromial bursitis. The condition is frequently driven by mechanical impingement (primary extrinsic) and scapular dyskinesis.
Key clinical tests:
  • Hawkins-Kennedy test: Arm and elbow at 90°, internal rotation - pain indicates impingement under coracoacromial ligament
  • Neer's test: Forward flexion with internal rotation, pain at 70-120° - greater tuberosity impinges on acromion
  • Painful arc: 60-120° of abduction

Overview: 4-Phase Protocol

PhaseTimelineMain Goals
1 - Acute / Pain ControlWeeks 1-2Reduce pain and inflammation, protect tissue
2 - Early RecoveryWeeks 3-4Restore ROM, begin isometric strengthening
3 - StrengtheningWeeks 5-8Isotonic RC and scapular strengthening
4 - Functional / ReturnWeeks 9-12+Power, endurance, sport/work-specific activity

Phase 1: Acute Phase (Weeks 1-2)

Goals: Pain reduction, tissue protection, maintain baseline motion

Modalities (adjuncts)

  • Cryotherapy (ice 15-20 min, 3-4x/day)
  • TENS or high-voltage galvanic stimulation
  • Therapeutic ultrasound or phonophoresis
  • Iontophoresis (dexamethasone or diclofenac)
  • NSAIDs (oral or topical) for short-term symptom relief
  • Subacromial corticosteroid injection if pain is severe (1-2 injections max)

Range of Motion

  • Pendulum (Codman's) exercises: gravity-assisted, pain-free circles and figure-of-8
  • Symptom-limited active-assisted ROM: use a stick/wand or pulley
  • Avoid painful arc (60-120°) initially

Strengthening

  • Submaximal isometrics only in this phase:
    • Isometric external rotation (ER)
    • Isometric internal rotation (IR)
    • Isometric biceps, deltoid
    • Isometric scapular stabilizers (rhomboids, trapezius, serratus anterior)
  • Keep arm at side, below 60° elevation

Joint Mobilisation

  • Inferior, anterior, and posterior glides in scapular plane (Grade I-II)

Criteria to progress: Pain <3/10 at rest, able to perform pendulums and isometrics without exacerbation


Phase 2: Early Recovery Phase (Weeks 3-4)

Goals: Full pain-free ROM, initiate dynamic stabilization, begin scapular retraining

Range of Motion

  • Progress wand/L-bar exercises: flexion, ER, IR
  • Begin gentle posterior capsule stretch (cross-body adduction/"sleeper stretch")
  • Aquatherapy may assist ROM and early strengthening
  • Correct any postural abnormalities (forward head, rounded shoulder)
  • Cryotherapy after exercise sessions

Scapular Retraining (Priority)

As emphasized by Campbell's Orthopaedics, scapular retraining is central to relieving impingement:
  • Isometric scapular retraction and depression
  • Shoulder shrugs (scapular elevation-depression)
  • Seated rows (low resistance band)
  • Wall slides
Target muscles: serratus anterior, trapezius (lower > upper), rhomboids, latissimus dorsi, levator scapulae

Rotator Cuff Strengthening

  • Progress to multi-angle submaximal isometrics
  • Theraband IR/ER at 0° (arm at side)
  • Begin scaption (elevation in scapular plane) up to 60-70° only
  • Cross-friction massage: supraspinatus accessed with arm in adduction + internal rotation with forearm behind back (brings tendon out from under acromion)

Neuromuscular Control

  • Proprioceptive exercises: rhythmic stabilization at low elevation angles
  • Begin postural correction training

Criteria to progress: Full, non-painful ROM in all planes; manual muscle test (MMT) strength >70% of contralateral side


Phase 3: Strengthening Phase (Weeks 5-8)

Goals: Progressive isotonic strengthening of rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, eccentric loading

Key Evidence (2026 Network Meta-Analysis)

The Lazzarini et al. 2026 network meta-analysis (89 RCTs, 5532 participants) found that exercises targeting both shoulder and scapular muscles are the most effective intervention. Adding percutaneous electrolysis or trigger point dry needling to this exercise combination provided the greatest pain and function improvements.

Rotator Cuff Isotonic Exercises (Concentric + Eccentric)

  • Supraspinatus (empty can / full can): Scaption to 90° with thumb down (empty can) or up (full can)
  • ER with theraband: Progress from 0° abduction to 45° abduction position
  • IR with theraband: Progress from neutral to 45° abduction
  • Prone horizontal abduction: Arm hangs off table, raise to horizontal
  • Prone extension: Arm beside body, lift toward ceiling
  • Prone ER: Elbow flexed to 90°, externally rotate against gravity

Eccentric Loading (Key for Tendinopathy Remodeling)

  • Eccentric ER with band: Raise concentrically with both arms, lower eccentrically with the affected arm only
  • Eccentric abduction (scaption): Same principle - bilateral up, unilateral down
  • Start with low resistance at slow pace; progress resistance and speed
  • Early eccentric work helps with collagen remodeling and hypertrophy

Scapular Stabilizer Strengthening

  • Serratus push-ups (wall to floor progression)
  • Seated rows with progressive resistance
  • Lat pull-downs
  • Rhomboid rows
  • Lower trapezius: Y-raises prone

Additional Exercises

  • Forward flexion to 90° (dumbbell)
  • Upright abduction to 90°
  • Shoulder shrugs with weight
  • Upper extremity ergometry for cardiovascular endurance

Adjunct Therapies (if needed)

  • Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT): Evidence supports use for calcific and non-calcific tendinopathy - reduces pain especially when combined with exercise
  • Dry needling to trigger points in supraspinatus/infraspinatus
  • Ultrasound-guided PRP injection: Comparable to exercise therapy alone (RCT evidence); may add to conservative program

Phase 4: Functional / Return-to-Activity Phase (Weeks 9-12+)

Goals: Sport- or work-specific function, power, endurance, prevent recurrence

Strength & Power

  • Continue isotonic strengthening with increased resistance in all planes
  • Include resistance at 90° abduction and 90° ER/IR (throwing position)
  • Plyometrics: medicine ball chest pass, wall throws, overhead tosses
  • PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) diagonal patterns (D1, D2)
  • Isokinetic strengthening if available

Neuromuscular Control & Sport Specificity

  • High-speed, high-energy strengthening exercises
  • Eccentric exercises in diagonal patterns
  • Sport-specific tasks: interval throwing/tennis/golf program
  • Proprioception and balance training for the shoulder

Return-to-Sport Criteria

  • Full, pain-free ROM matching contralateral side
  • MMT strength >90% of contralateral side
  • No pain during sport-specific activities
  • Satisfactory functional outcome scores (e.g., DASH, ASES)

Failure of Conservative Treatment

Per Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics, if a patient fails to respond after 3-4 months of a well-executed nonoperative regimen, surgical intervention (arthroscopic subacromial decompression) may be indicated - particularly if Hawkins-Kennedy, Neer, and Jobe tests remain positive.

Quick Reference Exercise List by Phase

ExercisePhase 1Phase 2Phase 3Phase 4
Pendulum/Codman's
Isometrics (IR/ER)
Scapular isometrics
Theraband IR/ER (0°)
Scapular rows
Empty/full can
Eccentric ER/abduction
Serratus push-ups
Prone horizontal abd.
Plyometrics / PNF

Sources: Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics 15th Ed 2026, p. 2825-2826 | Roberts and Hedges' Clinical Procedures in Emergency, p. 1236 | Lazzarini et al., BJSM 2026 - network meta-analysis, PMID 42135016 | Medscape Supraspinatus Tendonitis Protocol
Here is the exercise video with the top 3 exercises for supraspinatus tendinopathy, focused on eccentric loading:

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// ─── SLIDE 6: PHASE 3 ────────────────────────────────────────────
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// ─── SLIDE 7: PHASE 4 ────────────────────────────────────────────
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// ─── SLIDE 8: EXERCISE SUMMARY TABLE ─────────────────────────────
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// ─── SLIDE 9: KEY EVIDENCE ────────────────────────────────────────
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// ─── SLIDE 10: SUMMARY / CLOSING ─────────────────────────────────
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    { icon: "⭐", text: "Scapular retraining (serratus anterior, trapezius, rhomboids) is central to relieving impingement" },
    { icon: "📉", text: "Eccentric loading drives tendon remodeling — introduce by Phase 3" },
    { icon: "💉", text: "Corticosteroid injection: short-term benefit only; max 1–2 subacromial injections" },
    { icon: "⚡", text: "Dry needling + combined exercise = greatest functional improvement (BJSM 2026)" },
    { icon: "⏰", text: "3–4 months conservative therapy before surgical referral (arthroscopic decompression)" },
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// ─── WRITE FILE ───────────────────────────────────────────────────
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Supraspinatus Tendinitis Physiotherapy Protocol

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The deck has 10 slides:
SlideContent
1Title slide (navy/teal theme)
2Anatomy & Clinical Overview (Hawkins, Neer, painful arc tests)
34-Phase Overview (visual card layout with timeline)
4Phase 1 - Acute/Pain Control (Weeks 1-2)
5Phase 2 - Early Recovery (Weeks 3-4)
6Phase 3 - Progressive Strengthening (Weeks 5-8)
7Phase 4 - Functional Return (Weeks 9-12+)
8Exercise Quick Reference Table (all 4 phases, color-coded)
9Key Evidence (Campbell's 2026, BJSM NMA 2026)
10Key Takeaways & Summary
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