What are the symptoms of supraspinous ligamentitis?

Symptoms of supraspinous ligamentitis are mainly pain in the chest and back, significant tenderness on examination, and pain that worsens when bending over. The supraspinous ligament is a very long ligament attached to the surface of the spinous process of the vertebrae and plays an important role in stabilizing the spine and limiting excessive forward flexion of the spine. When sitting for long periods of time and bending over repeatedly, it may cause chronic strain on the supraspinous ligament, leading to supraspinous ligamentitis. Supraspinous ligamentitis is most commonly seen in long-term low head bending work, sedentary, in addition to pain as the main symptom, the middle of the low back will often have pressure pain, and in severe cases can also limit the activities of the low back. Can’t bend over for a long time, don’t dare to do spinal rotation activities. Therefore, the appearance of low back pain, especially when bending aggravated, to suspect the possibility of supraspinous ligamentitis, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, a clear diagnosis, and comply with the doctor’s instructions for treatment.