4 Exercises for Shoulder Pain - Subacromial Bursitis

Today's video covers 4 exercises that can help reduce shoulder pain due to subacromial bursitis and/or tendinopathy of the supraspinatus (rotator cuff) or biceps tendons. All three of these structures are located in the subacromial space and can become irritated with overhead movements.
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[@RehabScience]

My new book contains comprehensive rehab programs for the 50 most common injuries and pain issues, including one for subacromial pain due to bursitis and rotator cuff injuries. Click the link below to learn more. a.co/d/1q3BjgP

[@onlyforarafat]

I was begging God to relieve me from the pain, and I landed on this video at 4 a.m. when I couldn’t sleep due to the radiating pain in my left shoulder. This shows me that when you call for Him, He responds and sends help through His chosen ones. You, my friend, are one of those chosen ones, and I cannot thank you enough for posting this video. Simply brilliant, precise, and humane of you!

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad you found the video and hope that the exercises help you!

[@Cletus-VanDamme]

Finally after almost 4 years of shoulder pain i found out something that helps. TY SO MUCH!!

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@musicgirl8152]

Thank you! Good to know info! ❤

[@chrisk.2552]

You explain things very well. I appreciate that you don’t feel the need to ‘entertain’ like so many others producing videos like this.

[@MarcoDRFowler]

Bravo...did exactly what you said.... and my shoulder pain gone! Cheers mate, nice one!

[@RehabScience]

That’s so great to hear! I’m glad the video was helpful to you!

[@cirilocerro2269]

Im suffering this shoulder pain for more than 10 years and now I've found this technique in you, thank you so much. GOD bless Sir.

[@RehabScience]

I hope the exercises are helpful to you! 🙏

[@CathalMacDonnacha]

@@RehabScience I have this issue for probably 10 years as well, as this stage do you think it's cronic? Or would doing this exercises actually fix a 10 year old problem within a few weeks?

[@sanchez911]

@@CathalMacDonnachasame camp here.. let me know if you found something what deletes the pain completely. So far, I think it is chronic

[@bennyfromda-bronx6343]

You sir are a shoulder god. I have been suffering from shoulder pain for so long it wakes me up in my sleep. I am starting this regimen tonight.

[@RehabScience]

I hope these help you!

[@summittaedae2323]

Both my shoulders are in pain. It’s taken a year for a physio to see me and diagnose my condition. Thank god I found this channel. Hopefully I can rehab myself.

[@baytar3543]

how are you now

[@jman2005]

Personal trainer and powerlifter here. Great tutorial. Will definitely use this for myself and clients if these issues come up. Thank you

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@christinelewis5765]

Great video! Lots of shoulder videos on KZbin, but these are some of the best. I really appreciate them. Thank you!

[@RehabScience]

So glad you found my video to be helpful!

[@jamiebell968]

Thank you for taking time to teach these exercises.

[@RehabScience]

Happy to help!

[@CVO_MAN]

Probably the best video i've watched till now. Best exercises without stressing the tendons. Congrats.

[@barryjnrsilverback4863]

I've been looking for this all over the internet. Thankyou very much ❤

[@heathermiller7558]

Excellent!! I loved how you explained eccentric and isometric movements in the exercises! Well done!

[@RehabScience]

Thank you! I am glad you found the video to be helpful!

[@criticalbil1]

Watch the whole video first because it's super informative! Mobility exercises: Table slide 2:26 Wall crawl 4:03 Strengthening exercises: Bicep uppercut: 5:17 External rotation: 6:49

[@collinleishman6654]

Then don’t provide these short cuts :)

[@carlodefalco7930]

@@collinleishman6654I like the sort cuts .. jumped straight to it ..

[@collinleishman6654]

@@carlodefalco7930 the dopamine receptors of the next generation will be destroyed. Just watch the video and all the info provided

[@jksalem]

Thank you! I Play Pickle Ball and this past week, the pain was excruciating. The Table and Wall Walk already are helping. The uppercut works, I have been doing the Band Exercise I do already but slow coming back will help. Great!

[@michaelairley2015]

Finally found what my problem was. Tried it now and it felt good. Great video. Thankyou

[@kevinwilliams-ub7uy]

Exactly what I’m going through at the moment nine months . Still pushing through with using the Left shoulder but very aware of my Limitations. Thank you for the excises .☝️🙏🇦🇺

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@jamespaul4618]

I am travelling in Vietnam and there is a language barrier which makes effective communication difficult. Four weeks ago I suffered a shoulder injury. I used ice and rest to mitigate the swelling. This video dealing with mobility and strengthen the shoulder is life saver. Your insights and exercise routines are greatly appreciated. Thank your sharing this information.

[@RehabScience]

So glad you found the videos and that they were helpful to you!

[@SoljaTVFilms]

Great video Thankyou. Gave me a better understanding of which tendon is flaring my shoulder. Appreciated

[@stephengunterdc9651]

Very well done; clearly presented, with good pacing and understandable directions. Great job.

[@RehabScience]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@succuellen]

I’ve been in pain for months now and I tried to do this exercise it helps me a lot. Thank you ❤.

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@karlaanderson949]

Excellent information! Just what I was needing to help with shoulder pain and lack of mobility. Thank you so much :)

[@RehabScience]

You're welcome! I'm glad the video was helpful!

[@rachelphillips4442]

Finally!!! This was the most useful video....a place to start when I can't get my arm overhead. Thank you so much!

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad the video was helpful!

[@TheRob412]

As someone whose suffered with this for a long time, I’ve found once the pain goes away working on external movements (rotator cuff) and pull ups (sorted with assisted pull ups) have fixed this and now I’ve been pain free and feeling strong for 2 years now 👍

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad to hear those exercises helped you. Many people with this issue experience relief with those same types of external rotation and pulling exercises.

[@katez1236]

pull ups on pull ups bar?

[@bluestareuphoria8644]

Is it ur right or left hand???

[@36ELGALAN]

Happy to hear this, I've been dealing with these pains and I'm looking forward to recovering them and living pain free

[@kamalsingh-mz1th]

I am from India my both the shoulders affected moderate tendinosis of subscaiparis tendon involving the superior fibre Mild tendinosis of supraspinatus tendon Mild subacrimiion subdeltoid bursitis this is mri report pls help me

[@neillai4096]

Thanks for these, the first 2 exercises has helpful add mobility back from painful bursitis for 1 year

[@RehabScience]

No problem! I’m glad those exercises helped improve your mobility.

[@rodmarin3323]

Thanks for taking the time to post such an informative video. It's helped and I imagine it's probably going to fully repair my injury. I feel so much relief it's incredible. Thanks again.

[@RehabScience]

So glad to hear the exercises are helping you!

[@Rost_host]

I have seen so many videos about rotator cuffs none of them works for my pain this one is actually work and I instantly feel so much relief 😮‍💨 thanks so much finally got the real one God Bless Brother:) 💜

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad to hear that the video was helpful!

[@_SIRENITY_]

Funny how subtle differences to an exercise help. I’ve been doing the uppercut motion with emphasising on controlling the driving movement with my elbow but keeping my palm parallel - I found this helped with my teris minor and around that area. I’ve also have the problem at the front as you describe and the twist into the uppercut really works well, thank you!

[@RehabScience]

Subtle changes can make a huge difference in terms of where stress is placed on the musculoskeletal system. I'm glad you found that variation to be helpful!

[@williambeck6039]

Thank you very much for posting this video. Probably one of the most informative step by step video I have seen regarding fixing this type of shoulder problem.

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@Marwa-wn4hb]

Starting physio tomorrow and watching this helps me be less scared because am in a lot of pain all the time 😢 thank you for posting

[@RehabScience]

I'm glad the video was helpful! Best wishes with starting physio and starting your recovery process!

[@HealthyPractices007]

Im suffering this shoulder pain for more than 10 years and now I've found this technique in you, thank you so much. GOD bless Sir.thanksdocthanksdocthanksdoc

[@RehabScience]

You’re welcome! I hope the exercises are helpful to you!

[@yyz125]

Table slide makes alot of sense..very good demo.

[@user-ot9qm5nd2d]

Excellent exercises and amazing explanation:) I can't believe i've found it finally

[@mamemom3567]

Thank you for sharing your experiences 🙏

[@swordlion294]

Finally after trying these, I have no shoulder anymore, thanks!

[@rudsvisser8953]

Slept outdoors for a long time..my right shoulder and arm was pillow..caused pain in that exact are..thank you..great physio

[@keyronkathrynekathrynkeyron]

This is everyone who got injuries.. a informative video... 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@davidludwig5476]

Thanks for the video. I'm a senior golfer (right handed) that experiences tendinitis/bursitis in my left shoulder from time to time. That lead shoulder takes a beating due to the whip-like action in the downswing. I'll give your program a try for both prevention and rehab.

[@RehabScience]

You’re welcome. I hope you find these exercises to be helpful. If you need a more comprehensive program, my book has programs that guide you through three phases of healing and have pictures of me doing all the exercises. The programs in the book are much more similar to what you would get if you came to see me in the clinic. The shoulder chapter has a program for rotator cuff tendonitis and bursitis. Here is an Amazon link my book, if you want to learn more about it. a.co/d/3LryJXH

[@williamb3323]

I see you have already answered my question, had I watched to the end of your video before my first post. You mention every other day, or every day depending on how you feel. So once again thank you, onward and upward we go. I appreciate you.

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@JudyHandley53]

Excellent information. I'm currently doing all of these with no weights or resistance. Uncomfortable, but not painful.

[@RehabScience]

It sounds like you are on the right track. It’s OK to have mild discomfort with these movements, but you don’t want to push into more severe pain.

[@MdAslam-pj2jo]

I have been suffering from frozen shoulder in the left side . Now the other side is slowly developing . I have tried some exercises and physiotherapy, but to no avail. Im so happy you posted this video . All shoulder conditions you mentioned, lm suffering. Hope this video will help me . Thank you very much , sir.

[@scotthunt2479]

I cannot believe you just posted this video. This is exactly what I've been looking for to help with my shoulder pain. The pain starts precisely where you pointed to - the subacromial space, and then proceeds down into the bicep, and some creeps into the forearm. My doctor believes I may have an impingement, and I have an appt with my ortho in about 3 weeks. Meanwhile, I'm going to use the first two exercises you showed to see if I can get the pain to calm down a bit. Thank you so much for posting!

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad the video was helpful! The first two exercises will help keep your shoulder from losing mobility and can help reduce pain in many cases. Shoulder impingement is one of the most common shoulder problems, especially for pain in this area, so it sounds like you are on the right track.

[@shaikfaheem1776]

I got this same injury while playing cricket

[@motorcopT2]

Me too😂

[@ravulamadhubala327]

​@@RehabScience I had a fall on my right shoulder 3 days ago and I have pain. Also, I can't lift my arm towards my front side. I am taking Ibuprofen for pain. Should I rest my shoulder till pain subsides or start the exercises shown by you immediately? ( I am worried that if I rest my shoulder till pain subsides, it will get frozen altogether at a later date. )

[@juliemont.566]

Im experiencing exactly the same...

[@christinesim68]

Your videos are sooooo helpful!! Finally there’s an exercise for these types of problem. Thanks!!😊

[@RehabScience]

No problem! I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@Bryan-ie5yq]

I'm so glad I found this. The symptoms are exactly what I am experiencing and learned some things about the rotator cuff and bicep tendon which is part of my pain; confused me until now. Thank you very much sir.

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@nengziijay-on9es]

Thank you so much Sir,the way you explained makes this video 100% reliable,I'll try and see what happens to my injury that I sustained two years ago which makes rugby kind of impossible for me.

[@pijime6596]

Thank you so much, I need this right now. Excellent exercises,! Will do for my pain 🌺

[@nenitarosario1580]

It's been a long time that my shoulder was in pain thank you that I found this video.

[@RehabScience]

I hope these exercises help you!

[@laurelbakker]

Truly, this was thorough, clear instruction. The terminology used was accessible for better understanding of the condition. And I had no idea that complete rest (NO activity with the shoulder) would only create an additional, progressive problem/frozen shoulder. Thank you!🧡🧡🧡

[@RehabScience]

You’re welcome! I’m so glad the video was easy to understand and helpful!

[@essalaghari4649]

This is magic. I just did it and the pain is 99% gone. ❤😊

[@jodiisser2803]

I can't wait to😂watch and try!!

[@jimquartermain5981]

This describes my shoulder issue exactly. Thank you for posting this video.

[@RehabScience]

No problem! I’m glad the video was helpful!

[@eleanormusa2306]

Thank you so much this is exactly the video that I've been looking for God Bless you

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad the video was helpful!

[@monicaindelicato5904]

Done once, feeling already better. Thanks❤

[@RehabScience]

Glad to hear that!

[@samuelmphoyakgosi3253]

Wow! Thanks for the video, I am suffering from the same pain.

[@RehabScience]

No problem!

[@nelsonmairenalopez]

Thanks! Had a football injury years ago and can’t wait to try these out !

[@debrarenteria8167]

Thank you for this very helpful video. I have had shoulder problems year after year. Much appreciated!

[@RehabScience]

You're welcome! I hope the exercises help you! If you need more comprehensive shoulder programs, I have a book with 3-phased programs that guide you through the rehab process. Each body region has its own chapter and programs. Here is an Amazon link for the book, if you want to learn more about it. amzn.to/3TMhqSN

[@2010turrican]

The two strengthening exercises seem to address exactly my injuries! Thanks!

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@gilbertpadilla7154]

I was diagnosed with bursitis I needed these exercises To rehab my shoulder

[@RehabScience]

I hope the exercises help you!

[@evefairy7740]

did your shoulder got better?

[@kmpriyanka3429]

You heal people very quickly. Exercise from where you have received your training.❤❤❤❤

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad to hear the exercises in my videos are helping people heal faster!

[@michaelaldridge4536]

Thank you! I am dealing with the same problems. I shall continue with the exercise tips!

[@RehabScience]

I hope the exercises help you!

[@makethingsbetter]

This was very helpful, all other videos were for the hip! Thank you!

[@RehabScience]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@donnapeddigrew6466]

This video has helped me so much, until I started with these exercises I was in so much pain. You are doing a fabulous job of helping people. Thank You so much

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad to hear this video helped you!

[@saphiasaphia2647]

This exercise exactly I need for my frozen shoulder and your explanation is so clear thank you so much that I found you

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad the video was helpful!

[@goofyvideos]

I recognize these exercises when I went thru Frozen Shoulder twice in the wallpapering business. I encourage patience and diligence with these exercises as it took me a good 6 months to restore my shoulder, both times. A long, painful road to recovery, but worth it.

[@rafigladboy]

Heavenly Information. Thanks Brother. From Bangladesh 💟💟💟

[@johnmcdermott9559]

I've had a tender shoulder now for about 6 weeks. Your video is just what I need. Thanks

[@user-rb8rf9pv8q]

I am suffering this pain for 5months.Thank you for sharing.

[@GoldebBIBE_15]

Thanks for this video.. this Is exactly what I need right now🙏

[@MRGRIMMINFLAMES]

Thank you! I have such an annoying pain exactly where you pointed. With these exercises, i minimized the pain. Im doing this every day now.

[@RehabScience]

You’re welcome! I’m glad to hear the exercises were helpful!

[@richardwilkinson8552]

fabulous work, thank you for that

[@havingfun5684]

I was in soo much pain This has helped me a lot Thank u

[@RehabScience]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edgarinjairu2020]

Thank you so much. You have taught me how to overcome my shoulder pain.

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad to hear the video was helpful!

[@ebo7310]

My left shoulder and neck area has been so painful. I got a cortisone injection in my left shoulder, but I didn't get much relief. My orthopedic recommended a new MRI this week. I'll do these exercises for now. Thank you

[@TaliSalt]

Exactly what I have needed. Thank you and I will look out for more of your posts!

[@RehabScience]

You’re welcome! I’m glad the video was helpful.

[@user-cs7el5zm9u]

❤❤❤ супер, так болела мышца, спасибо огромное! Все гениальное просто!

[@mamma6900]

Thank you very much for help

[@louiseparenza3392]

Amazing! So helpful! I've started doing them today, and I'm confident they will help a lot. Thank you! I also got bursitis on my hip. Is there any chance you can make a video with exercises for it? Thank you so much! 😊😊😊

[@RehabScience]

I’m so glad the video was helpful! Here is the link to my hip bursitis rehab video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2TFgohtdqqJf6s

[@KAL1221]

Thank you 🙏 I’ve been hoping my shoulder would start feeling better on its own, but it hasn’t made any progress. I’m hopeful some of these exercises will help alleviate some of the pain.

[@georgelee229]

Hi I've had pain for 3 months now. I was curious if there's been any improvement with the exercises?

[@classictowers668]

Thank you, the table slide exercise is all I needed. Only had shoulder pain for one day thanks to it. Subscribed!

[@RehabScience]

I am glad to hear the video was helpful! Thank you for subscribing!

[@amirtambe2957]

You are The Saviour Angel man. May you find big success. God is with you. Thank you man. Thank you.

[@RehabScience]

Thank you 🙏

[@olmafernandes9968]

Thank you for the videos, they are so helpful. I just got the ultrasound done for my shoulder and there is articular surface 5mm subscapularis tendon insertion tear, supraspinatus calcific tendonitis, bursitis and AC join capsular thickening - will these exercises help or should i do any more of other shoulder exercises too?

[@King_of_Sofa]

Very helpful video, thanks. You're the man!

[@RehabScience]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@davidglabais4919]

This is the most straight-forward and clear explanation on KZbin I've seen and I've watched literally dozens of these videos on shoulder pain. I'm trying to figure out if I have bursitis, torn RC, shoulder impingement , tendonitis, frozen shoulder or osteoporosis. I've been playing guitar for 45yrs so my left arm which is the shoulder giving me trouble is in the 'playing position' for several hours everyday. I've been exercising with resistance training and have a history of doing so most of my life but let myself slide the past few years being just absorbed in work through all of the covid garbage. I've been back in the gym and stretching regularly this past year but now my shoulder is giving me a lot pain moving on certain planes. It feels like there's some mild spasming in there too at night. Be interesting to see if this regimen of exercises helps improve the condition. Thank you

[@RehabScience]

Thank you for the feedback. I’m glad the video was helpful. If your a range of motion is still decent in your shoulder, then it is unlikely that you have frozen shoulder. Considering the time off during Covid, I wouldn’t be surprised if you’re getting a bit of bursitis and/or rotator cuff tendinopathy as these often occur together. These types of issues will especially flareup when a person has had time off from exercise, and the tissues have become a bit deconditioned. Give the excess a try and let me know how it goes. If you progress gradually and allow the tissues to adapt, I wouldn’t be surprised if things improve significantly in a few weeks.

[@davidglabais4919]

@@RehabScience Thank you so much for the detailed response, that is also very helpful and I appreciate it! I'll post my progress in a couple weeks after working with these. Thanks again!

[@patriciarudolph9089]

Thank you so much I have had pain for on my shoulder for a year now. Went to see a doc wanted that I do radiation I refused. Hopefully God willing I will be well will keep doing the exercises😊. Thanks 🙏🏿

[@hazelem1266]

I am in my late sixties. A few weeks ago I had the flu shot. I thought the nurse had gone in a bit high. Since then I have this incredible pain with movement. Using my arm at normal level is not a problem. Lifting or stretching or even backward movement causes intense pain for a couple of seconds even when I return to normal. Initially the burning pain radiated to my elbow, which I associated with some nerve involvement. My GP wants to “see.” I will try these exercises and see how it goes. Thank you.

[@fernandotaboso3866]

I'm suffering from this for months. Ty.

[@bjrnterjesen651]

This is what I need❤

[@RehabScience]

I hope the exercises help you!

[@brianjones4897]

Thanks for posting really needed this

[@RehabScience]

No problem! Glad the video was helpful!

[@rayjayb6986]

Wew, just the video i need, ive been having this issue all i thought was just strained muscle. Thank you

[@RehabScience]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chetansamariya8482]

U r really awesome 👌...it's been so painful experience for me bt I am now able to mitigate my agony

[@fcolon1976]

Very helpful, I will definetly try this. Thank you!!!

[@RehabScience]

Glad it was helpful!

[@peteransel2715]

Thank you. Great video, your instructions are presented in a calm, clear, informative way, and to the point. My impingement includes my shoulder blade being out of alignment. When I lean forward about 20 degrees, facing a mirror, and do a simple, relaxed "chicken wing" flap with my arms, the one shoulder blade instantly raises up quite visibly. I've only found one KZbin therapist who's even touched on this shoulder blade issue. Obviously, it's caused by rolling shoulders forward through a lifetime, and calls for strengthening back muscles and better posture, but love to know if you have exercises for this particular issue. Thanks

[@wonchanlee7420]

This rehab is exactly what I wanted. I've got subacromial bursitis cus of inaccurate administeration of Tdap vaccine all the way into my humeral head. Might need few weeks training this rehab, hope to get better

[@anonymous.maestro]

Thank you so much i will try these.

[@DragmoraProductions]

The universe is giving us the help we need if we think positive thoughts. I just got pain in my shoulder, and the I found this video😊

[@RehabScience]

I’m glad you found the video and hope the exercises help you!

[@robinfinch314]

Thank you so much! I got shoulder pain after getting a tattoo - because the artist leaned on me so heavily that something in my shoulder just said "nope" and I had that pain since October 2023. Didn't get rehab because it is hard in my country when you don't want to pay it out of your own pocket. So I just lived with it. I'm close to it fully healing but it's not quite there. I hope these exercises can help me.

[@lucylu9792]

I think these exercises are reasonable to start with. I’m only on my 3rd day in rehab I think they make me do so many exercises in one day that all it does is irritate my bursitis and tendons even more. I’m gonna stop going, do this at home and move up gradually. Thank you.

[@evelinayounan8090]

How is your bursitis now

[@dahirualiyu2146]

This is incredible. I have been with the problem thinking of how to go about it. Thanks for this postage. Dahiru A

[@RehabScience]

You're welcome!

[@PM-zb7jm]

No doubt I caused injury to my right shoulder by pushing too hard with dumbbells. To raise my arm over my head causes sharp pain. I am absolutely amazed how I can do these exercises with no pain at all! I have extreme mistrust of mainstream medicine so anything I can do for myself is a win. I will see my most excellent chiropractor in 3 days but I expect I will be doing much better by then. P.S. I don’t have long enough counter or table space in my small apartment for the slide exercise but found that using a chair next to an ironing board works great. Thank you and God bless you for sharing your knowledge.

[@RehabScience]

Heavy pushing exercises are definitely known to cause this issue in some cases. I'm so glad to hear the video was helpful to you and hope that the exercises offer you some relief!

[@lovewins8238]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m a gardener and this happens when I pull weeds. It’s super painful for weeks on end. Ice helps but I knew I needed to exercise this area. This video is exactly what I was looking for. Again, thank you.

[@RehabScience]

I'm glad the video was helpful!