Shoulder Impingement and Bursitis
Specialized Care for Shoulder Impingement and Bursitis
Shoulder pain that limits how you reach, lift, or sleep can make even simple tasks frustrating. If everyday motions are starting to hurt or feel restricted, it may be related to shoulder impingement or bursitis.
At Upper Extremity ATX, we focus on the upper extremity, including the shoulder. We offer evaluation and treatment options for shoulder impingement and bursitis, with the goal of identifying the source of your symptoms and helping you move with more comfort and confidence.
Targeted Evaluation for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder impingement and bursitis often cause pain when you raise your arm, reach overhead, or lie on the affected side. These issues typically involve the structures around the shoulder joint, not the nerves. While many nerve problems arise in the wrist or hand, most shoulder problems are related to the joint, tendons, or surrounding soft tissues.
During your visit, we take time to understand your symptoms, how long they have been present, and how they affect your daily life. Your evaluation may include a focused physical examination and, when appropriate, imaging ordered as part of your workup to help clarify what is going on inside the joint.
You can expect an approach that is:
Treatment Options Tailored to Your Needs
Once we better understand the cause of your pain, we will discuss treatment options with you. Upper Extremity ATX offers both surgical and non-surgical care for shoulder conditions, and we work with you to find a plan that fits your goals and activity level.
Non-surgical options are often an important part of care for shoulder impingement and bursitis. When surgery is considered, we explain the reasoning, what the procedure is intended to address, and what recovery might involve. Our goal is to help you weigh your options with clear information, not pressure.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Your appointment starts with a focused conversation about your symptoms and medical history, followed by a hands-on examination of your shoulder. We look at your range of motion, strength, and where the pain is coming from, and we pay attention to how your shoulder moves not just how it looks on an image.
If additional tests or imaging are appropriate, we explain why they are being considered and how the results may guide treatment. You are encouraged to ask questions at every step so you understand what is being checked and what your options might be going forward.
Why Choose Upper Extremity ATX for Shoulder Impingement and Bursitis?
Upper Extremity ATX is an independent orthopedic practice dedicated to conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. This focused scope allows us to keep our attention on the upper extremity and the issues that most commonly affect it.
Care is led by fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Travis Doering, MD. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based medicine, careful diagnosis, and realistic expectations. We aim to provide clear explanations, thoughtful treatment planning, and support that respects your goals, whether you are trying to stay active at work, in sports, or in daily life.
Take the First Step Toward Lasting Shoulder Relief
If you are struggling with pain from shoulder impingement/bursitis, we are ready to help you find a clear path forward at Upper Extremity ATX. Reach out today so we can evaluate your shoulder and create a treatment plan tailored to your goals.
Upper Extremity ATX — Fellowship-trained hand, upper extremity, and peripheral nerve surgery. Located at the Austin Surgical Plaza – 6818 Austin Center Blvd, Suite 207, Austin TX. Better care, by design.
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