Scapula 'winging'

[jetjackson]

So I went in to the doctor about my strained finger the other day, and she pointed out that I have slight scapula winging and gave me some exercises to reduce it and prevent it from becoming a problem. Naturally I went home and googled the hell out of scapula winging, and am now doing excercises to prevent it. Apparently it can come about through sports that have a lot of over head movement, and if you work out your chest too much (something I used to do in the past, but not any more.

Has anyone had issues with scapula winging? I assume it's probably really closely related to shoulder impingement. The doctor gave me a blue theraband, and I have been doing exercises every day.  The 'winging' does cause me any pain, but I've read that it can get worse if you don't address it. The physical therapist I saw today suggested I have tight shoulders and need to stretch them out also.

I figure I need to start putting in more preventative maintenance on my shoulders, or I'm going to pay the price.

[MarkAnderson]

Just googled that. Eww, not pretty. I've never heard of that, but seems wise to avoid it I think in general it would be wise for anyone who is a climber to do some type of shoulder prehap exercises. Shoulders are a very common source of complaint, especially as one ages.

[ehowell]

I have it in my left shoulder, but it's not as gross as most of the Google images As you suggested, it is linked to shoulder impingement, and I have at times battled with it. Luckily, since I began structured training two years ago, I've only experienced minor flare-ups. I'm doing regular antagonist work to strengthen the scapular stabilizers. If you'd like any details, hit me up. It's definitely best to stay ahead of it!