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Soft tissue disorders of the shoulder managed using this guideline include grades I and II sprains or strains, tendinitis, bursitis and impingement syndrome affecting the gleno-humeral and acromio-clavicular joints. See other care pathway for managing shoulder pain with calcific tendinitis.
At initial contact, educate and reassure the patient that shoulder pain should resolve within a few months of symptom onset. Patients greatly improve their recovery by actively participating in their care.
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No
Yes
Are symptoms ≤3 months?
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Discharge
Are symptoms >3 months?
Yes
Discharge
Yes
No