Calcific Tendinopathy

Calcific tendinopathy is a common cause of shoulder pain, treated by Dr Edoardo Giovannetti De Sanctis, an orthopaedic shoulder surgeon based in Nice and across the French Riviera.

He provides personalised care from diagnosis to treatment, including surgical and non-surgical options.

Calcific tendinopathy is a condition characterised by the formation of calcium deposits within the tendons of the shoulder, most commonly affecting the rotator cuff.

These deposits can cause inflammation, pain, and reduced range of motion, particularly during arm elevation or rotational movements.

Symptoms may vary from mild discomfort to acute, intense pain, often worsening at night.

Treatment depends on the severity and may include conservative management such as physical therapy and ultrasound-guided procedures, while surgery is considered in persistent or refractory cases.