Vaccines like the flu or tetanus shot can be a valuable tool in trying to maintain public health, but in rare cases, they can lead to painful and unexpected complications. One such condition is bursitis—a type of shoulder injury that can occur when a vaccine is improperly administered. While most people recover quickly from vaccinations,… Read more »
Most people associate flu or tetanus shots with minor, short-lived soreness in the shoulder and at the injection site. However, for a small number of individuals, the administration of a flu shot, tetanus shot, or other vaccine can lead to a much more serious shoulder injury called adhesive capsulitis, which is commonly referred to as… Read more »
SIRVA (Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration) refers to types of shoulder injuries that occur as a result of the administration of a flu shot, tetanus shot, or other vaccination. These injuries most frequently occur when the shot is administered too high or too deep into the shoulder joint or bursa, rather than the deltoid… Read more »
One of the most commonly administered vaccines is the TDaP booster, which protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Tetanus doesn’t spread from person to person but can enter your body through cuts or wounds. Diphtheria and pertussis are infections that spread from person to person. All three diseases can cause serious, life-threatening health… Read more »
SIRVA (Shoulder Injury Related To Vaccine Administration) is a term used to describe a range of shoulder injuries that result from the improper administration of vaccines. While vaccinations are generally safe and well-tolerated, the way a shot is given can impact the surrounding tissues, leading to pain and limited shoulder mobility. The anatomy of the… Read more »
If you’ve gotten a flu shot, Tdap, or other vaccination recently, you may notice that some feel like they hurt worse than others. It turns out the reason for that can be multifactorial. The length, gauge, and dullness of the needle can have an effect on the painfulness of the shot. So too can the… Read more »
