Infraspinatus Tendons

Summary Information: Infraspinatus Tendons

Infraspinatus Tendons: The infraspinatus tendons are paired bands of connective tissue made of collagen that connect the infraspinatus muscles to the humerus. The infraspinatus tendons enable the contracting infraspinatus muscles to adduct, extend, and laterally rotate the shoulder. They also help to stabilize the shoulder.

Conditions that can afflict the infraspinatus tendons include shoulder impingement syndrome, rotator cuff tendonitis, tears, rupture, and strains.

Closely Related Organs: Infraspinatus Tendons

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Infraspinatus Tendons:

• Humerus
• Infraspinatus
• Rotator cuff
• Shoulder joint
• Skeletal muscle
• Bones
• Muscles
• Tendons
• Musculoskeletal system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Infraspinatus Tendons

The following conditions are related to the organ: Infraspinatus Tendons:

• Shoulder impingement syndrome
• Rotator cuff tendonitis
• Tears
• Rupture
• Strains

Sub Parts: Infraspinatus Tendons

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Infraspinatus Tendons:

• Connective tissue
• Collagen

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Infraspinatus Tendons

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Infraspinatus Tendons:

• Shoulder pain
• Pain radiating down the arm
• Shoulder blade pain
• Painful or decreased range of motion in shoulder
• Swelling
• Inflammation

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Infraspinatus Tendons: Related Topics

• Infraspinatus
• Tendons

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