Shoulder Pain – Treatment by Healyos

About Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can instill in people of all age groups. The shoulder joint is more prone to injuries because of its versatility and complexity. Shoulder discomfort can be in the form of muscle strain, inflammation or dislocation and impacts everyday life.

 Symptoms of Shoulder Pain

• Pain in the joint
• Stiffness during shoulder movement
• Swelling or tenderness around the shoulder
• Weakened shoulders
• Limited range of motion (not able to freely rotate the arm)
• Popping or clicking sound when moving the shoulder

 Causes of Shoulder Pain

• Rotator Cuff Injuries: Tearing or inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa (a small sac in the shoulder filled with fluid)
• Tendinitis: Inflammation of the tendons in the shoulder
• Frozen Shoulder: Stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint, which limits movement
• Arthritis: Degenerative joint disease affecting the shoulder joint
• Fractures: Broken or cracked bones around the shoulder.
• Dislocated shoulder: The upper arm pops out from the socket of the shoulder blade

When to Visit a Doctor?

• Severe Pain: If your pain is very strong and doesn’t seem to get better with rest or by taking over-the-counter medications, then you need to visit a doctor.
• Persistent Symptoms: This suggests that the symptoms have been going on for more than just a few weeks with no sign of improvement.
• Trouble Moving Arm: Having trouble moving the shoulder or arm normally.
• Swelling and Redness: Overt swelling, redness, or warmth around the shoulder.
• Weakness or Numbness: Weakness or numbness in the arm or hand.

Prevention

• Exercise: Make your shoulder muscles strong by regularly doing exercises.
• Good techniques: Use good techniques while lifting heavy things or playing sports.
• Stretching: Keep yourself flexible by doing stretching.
• Ergonomic adjustment: Either modify your workplace or your posture to put less strain on the shoulder.
• No overuse: Rest adequately to give your shoulder time to recover from an activity so that it is not overused.