Question 1

how can you tell if you have a winged scapula or not?

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Test for it: The easiest way to test for winging of the scapula is to have someone observe you from behind as you lean forward and push against a wall.  If the scapula sticks out compared to the other side you have winging of the scapula which has dozens of different causes from the benign to the serious.

Question 2

can i lift weights if i have a winged scapula?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: ...On the exact cause of the winged scapula, and on the proposed exercises. Obvioulsly, if it's a torn muscle, bench press is right out.

Question 3

i have a winged scapula condition. what exercises could i do to fix this?

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Tendon transfer: The most common cause of winged scapula is paralysis of the serratus anterior muscle.    Winging occurs when the scapula sticks up.  You need to exercise the rest of the muscles around the scapula.
If you have not gotten better in 18 months the best treatment is a tendon transfer using half of the pectoral major muscle to substitute for the serratus anterior muscle.

Question 4

apparently i have a winged scapula and proctracted shoulders. is this a big deal?

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Yes: A continued winging can lead to other shoulder problems, like rotator cuff tendonitis.

Question 5

are winged scapula abnormal?

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Yes.: Usually due to nerve injury to one or two of two different nerves.

Question 6

how can  you fix winged scapula?

Accepted Answer

Tendon transfer: You can substitute part of the pectorals major muscle for the loss of the serratus anterior muscle.  You should wait 18 months to make sure that the sa does not get better on it's own.

Question 7

is there a way to fix a winged scapula?

Accepted Answer

Winged Scapula: Depends on how long you have had it. It can be caused by many things but all result in nerve damage to the long thoracic nerve. The most common cause of scapular winging is serratus anterior paralysis.Many of the causes are serious and some just result in damage to the nerve that many improve. Phy therapy may be of help.

Question 8

how can i cure fallen (winged) scapula?

Accepted Answer

Winged scapula: Depends upon the causation. You should be evaluated by either a neurologist or orthopaedic specialist

Question 9

what is the  solution to winged scapula?

Accepted Answer

Tendon transfer: The most common cause of winged scapula is paralysis of the serratus anterior muscle.  This muscle pulls the lower tip of the triangular scapula down and forwards on the rib cage.  Winging occurs when the scapula sticks up.  If you have not gotten better in 18 months the best treatment is a tendon transfer using half of the pectoral major muscle to substitute for the serratus anterior muscle.

Question 10

how can i treat fallen (winged) scapula?

Accepted Answer

Scapular Winging: While there can be different reasons for a winged scapula, the most common one has to do with a muscle called the serratus anterior. Depending on the underlying reason, how it came about (e.g. Injury vs chronic), and severity, there are conservative ; surgical treatments. The first step is to see a sports med dr. Or physiatrist. They will examine, get more info, and may recommend physical therapy.

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