Scapular winging
Abnormal protrusion of the scapula away from the surface of the back.
Also called: Scapula alata, Winged scapulae, Winged scapulas, Winged shoulder blade, Scapular weakness.
Conditions associated with scapular winging
The following conditions have been associated with scapular winging in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation
Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
Anoctamin-5-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R12
Anoctamin-5-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R12 is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, classic form
Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, classic form is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with va...
Bethlem muscular dystrophy
Bethlem muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1F
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1F is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Dysferlin-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R2
Dysferlin-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various...
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy 2, autosomal dominant
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and caused by mutations in the LM...
Facioscapulohumeral dystrophy
Facioscapulohumeral dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
GNE myopathy
GNE myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Morimoto-Ryu-Malicdan neuromuscular syndrome
Morimoto-Ryu-Malicdan neuromuscular syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Multiple acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
Multiple acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Pure mitochondrial myopathy
Pure mitochondrial myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Synaptic congenital myasthenic syndrome
Synaptic congenital myasthenic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
congenital myopathy 22A, classic
congenital myopathy 22A, classic is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
congenital myopathy 23
Any nemaline myopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the TPM2 gene....
congenital myopathy 25
congenital myopathy 25 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
congenital myopathy 26
congenital myopathy 26 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
congenital myopathy 7A, myosin storage, autosomal dominant
congenital myopathy 7A, myosin storage, autosomal dominant is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy 1
Any facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy associated with contraction of the D4Z4 macrosatellite repeat in th...
inclusion body myopathy with Paget disease of bone and frontotemporal dementia type 1
A rare autosomal dominant inherited disorder caused by mutations in the VCP gene. It can affect the muscles, b...
intellectual disability, autosomal dominant 52
intellectual disability, autosomal dominant 52 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
micrognathia-recurrent infections-behavioral abnormalities-mild intellectual disability syndrome
micrognathia-recurrent infections-behavioral abnormalities-mild intellectual disability syndrome is a medical ...
myofibrillar myopathy 6
Selcen type muscular dystrophy is characterized by progressive limb and axial muscle weakness associated with ...
myopathy, distal, 7, adult-onset, X-linked
myopathy, distal, 7, adult-onset, X-linked is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
myopathy, myofibrillar, 13, with rimmed vacuoles
A rare genetic neuromuscular disease caused by a mutation in HSPB8 gene, characterized by length-dependent axo...
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure is a medical condition that may be associated with v...
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
neuronopathy, distal hereditary motor, autosomal recessive 7
neuronopathy, distal hereditary motor, autosomal recessive 7 is a medical condition that may be associated wit...
sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis
A rare mitochondrial disease characterized by adult onset of the triad of sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthri...
trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type II
Langer-Giedon syndrome, also known as trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 2, is a very rare, genetic, multiple...
Tests providers may use to investigate scapular winging
When investigating scapular winging, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside scapular winging
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if scapular winging is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom scapular winging mean?
Scapular winging is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Abnormal protrusion of the scapula away from the surface of the back.
Which conditions are associated with scapular winging?
Scapular winging has been reported in association with 33 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation, Anoctamin-5-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R12, Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y, Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, classic form, Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about scapular winging?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.