Shoulder in Pain?
Orthopaedics Specialist
Specialised in shoulder pain
There is two main factors and conditions will contribute to shoulder pain. The most common cause is rotator cuff tendinitis, there will be followed by swollen tendons. Next is shoulder impingement, where the rotator cuff gets caught between the acromium and humeral head.
Shoulder pain is the result of injury to another location in our body, usually either neck or biceps. This is known as referred pain. Referred pain generally doesn’t get worse when you move your shoulder.
If the pain persist, get it check and understand your condition better. Consult a specialist for your shoulder pain today.
Common causes of shoulder pain include:
Pain in both shoulders
These include tendonitis and rotator cuff tears, and are the most common causes of shoulder pain and activity restriction. Shoulder pain is quite a common condition due to aging, overuse of muscles, trauma or a sports injury.
Dull ache in shoulder
Resulting in resulting condition when these muscles and tendons become inflamed or damaged, traumatic injury, such as from sports or an automobile accident, or tendons in the shoulder have been overstretched to the point of damage and sometimes partial tearing.
Throbbing pain in shoulder
Some signs that you should take note, Inability to carry objects or use the arm, Shoulder pain that occurs at night or while resting, Inability to raise the arm, on Shoulder pain that persists beyond a few days
Rotator Cuff Injury
Shoulder feels pain even performing daily movement like wearing cloths or combing hair. Pain usually in the upper and outer shoulder. Pain can also be creeping down on the arm. Normally this will happens from acute trauma.
Shoulder Impingement
Take note of the symptoms of Shoulder Impingement. Shoulder joint will becomes stiff. You will feel weakness and inability to raise arm. its always a problem when trying to reach your back.
Frozen Shoulder
Constantly feeling shoulder stiffness. Movement on the shoulder is being limited because of the stiffness. Shoulder feeling pain when trying to lift up the arms.
Symptoms of shoulder injury
People should see a doctor right away if they experience any of the following signs or symptoms:
- Dull and sharp pain
- Shoulder area stiff and tight
- Pain when moving the arms
- Persistent pain for days
- Numbness and tingling
- Shoulder or arm weakness
- Muscle spasm
Treatment for shoulder pain
Treatment will depend on the cause and severity of the shoulder pain. Some treatment options include:
- Rest and avoidance of activities that aggravate the pain.
- Usually non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), such as ibuprofen, can relieve discomfort.
- Applying a hot compress or an ice pack to the painful area may also reduce pain.
- Doctor will recommend physical therapy improves shoulder strength and flexibility.
- Some injuries require surgery for treatment, such as rotator cuff tears.
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