 Leg Stress Fracture, Tibia |
| Liver Injury |
| Neck Dislocation |
| Neck Fracture |
| Neck Sprain |
| Neck Strain |
| Nose Injury |
| Pelvis Strain, Hip-Trunk |
| Pelvis Strain, Ischium |
| Perineum Contusion |
| Rib Dislocation |
| Rib Fracture |
| Rib Sprain |
| Rib Strain |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Bursitis |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Contusion |
| Shoulder-Blade Fracture, Acromion |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Coracoid Process |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Glenoid Fossa |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Neck |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Strain |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Subacromial |
| Shoulder Contusion |
| Shoulder Dislocation |
| Shoulder Sprain, Acromio-Clavicular |
| Shoulder Sprain, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Strain |
| Shoulder Tendinitis & Tenosynovitis |
| Skin Abrasion |
| Skin Laceration |
| Skin Puncture Wound |
| Spine Fracture, Lower Thoracic & Lumber Region |
| Spine Fracture, Sacrum |
| Spine Fracture, Tailbone |
| Spine Stress-Fracture, Neck or Back |
| Spleen Rupture |
| Thigh-Bone Fracture |
| Thigh Contusion |
| Thigh Hematoma |
| Thigh Injury, Hamstring |
| Thigh Strain, Quadriceps |
| Thigh Strain |
| Thumb Fracture |
| Thumb Sprain |
| Toe Dislocation |
| Toe Exostosis |
| Toe Fracture |
| Tooth Injury & loss |
| Wrist Contusion |
| Wrist Dislocation, Lunate |
| Wrist Dislocation, Radius or Ulna |
| Wrist Ganglion |
| Wrist Sprain |
| Wrist Strain |
| Wrist Tenosynovitis |
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Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Contusion
Bruising of skin and underlying tissues caused by a direct blow to the scapula
(shoulder blade or wingbone). Contusions cause bleeding from ruptured small capillaries that allow blood to infiltrate muscles, tendons, or other soft tissue.
Body Parts Involved
Tissues surrounding the scapula, including blood vessels, tendons, nerves, covering to the bone (periosteum) and connective tissue between the scapula and the skin.
Causes
Direct blow to the skin, usually from a blunt object.
Signs & Symptoms
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Local swelling-either superficial or deep.
- Pain and tenderness over the injury.
- Feeling of firmness when pressure is exerted on the injured area.
- Discoloration under the skin, beginning with redness and progressing to the characteristic "black and blue" bruise.
- Restricted shoulder-blade motion proportional to the extent of injury.
Treatment
Note:- Follow your doctor's instructions. These instructions are supplemental.
First Aid
Instructions for R.I.C.E., the first roll, Ice, compression and elevation.
Continuing Care
- Use an ice
peck 3 or 4 times a day. Wrap ice chips or cubes in a plastic bag, and wrap the bag in a moist towel. Place it over the injured area
for 20 minutes at a time.
- After 72 hours, apply heat instead of ice if it feels better. Use heat lamps, hot soaks, hot showers, heating pads, heat liniments, or whirlpool treatments.
- Massage gently and often to provide comfort and decrease swelling.
Medication
- For minor discomfort, you may use:
Acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
Topical liniments and ointments.
- Your doctor may prescribe stronger medicine for pain.
Home Diet
During recovery, eat a well-balanced
diet that includes extra protein, such as meat,
fish, poultry, cheese, milk and eggs. Your doctor
may prescribe vitamin and mineral supplements to promote healing.
Diagnostic Measures
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Your own observation of symptoms.
- Medical history and physical exam by a doctor for all except minor injuries.
- X-rays of the clavicle, shoulder and scapula to
assess total injury to soft tissue and to rule out the possibility of underlying fractures. The total extent of injury may not be apparent for 48 to 72 hours.
Prevention Tips
Wear appropriate
protective gear and equipment, such as shoulder pads, during competition or other athletic activity if there is risk of a scapula contusion.
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