Chronic shoulder pain

Shoulder is a complex joint that allows for a wide range of movement. However, this complexity makes it susceptible to damage from overuse and injury.

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Pain occur because of sustaining damage to any of the structures inside the joint, including the:

• muscles
• ligaments
• tendons
• bones
• cartilage

The term "chronic shoulder pain" alludes to shoulder pain that has persisted for longer than 6 months. The pain might be constant, or it might only be present when the shoulder joint is moving.

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Signs and symptoms of shoulder pain

There might be many reasons for shoulder pain. They all have their own unique set of symptoms.

Individuals with shoulder pain can experience pain deep in the shoulder joint, in the back or the front of the shoulder and the upper part of the arm. Some of the time the pain in the shoulder can be described as a 'catching pain'. The location and type of pain is likely to relate to the structure causing the pain.

In certain conditions there might be decreased movement, and moving the shoulder might cause to feel pain. A feeling of weakness of the shoulder/upper arm is also common.

Contingent upon the condition, there might be a sensation of the joint slipping out and back in to the joint socket, or the shoulder can become completely dislodged. Certain individuals might experience sensations of pins and needles and burning pain. This is more likely to be connected with nerves from the neck than the shoulder joint itself.

Lack of movement after a shoulder dislocation is usually because of pain. Complete rotator cuff tears and injury to the axillary nerve both lead to weakness in moving the arm away from the body. These issues require close clinical examination.

Home Care

Here are some tips to assist with shoulder pain get better:

• Put ice on the shoulder region for 15 minutes, then, leave it off for 15 minutes. Do this 3 to 4 times each day for 2 to 3 days. Wrap the ice in cloth. Don’t put ice directly on the skin since this can result in frostbite.
• Rest your shoulder for the next few days.
• Gradually return to your regular activities. A physical therapist can assist you with doing this safely.
• Taking ibuprofen or acetaminophen (like Tylenol) may assist with decreasing inflammation and pain.

Rotator cuff problems can be treated at home too.

• If you have had shoulder pain before, use ice and ibuprofen after exercising.
• Learn exercises to extend and strengthen your rotator cuff tendons and shoulder muscles. A doctor or physical therapist can recommend such exercises.
• If you are recovering from tendinitis, continue to do rang-of-motion exercises to keep away from frozen shoulder.
• Practice good posture to keep your shoulder muscles and tendons in their right positions.

Treatment

Your best pain management doctor in Hyderabad will perform a physical exam and closely check your shoulder. You will be asked questions to assist the doctor with figuring out your shoulder problem.

Blood or imaging tests, like x-rays or MRI, might be ordered to assist with diagnosing the issue.

Your doctor might recommend treatment for shoulder pain that include:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Injection of an anti-inflammatory medicine known as corticosteroid
• Physical therapy
• Surgery if all the other treatments don't work

If you have a rotator cuff issue, your doctor will likely suggest self-care measures and exercises.

Prevention

Rest and recovery are essential in preventing the shoulder pain from becoming chronic. Proceeding to utilize an irritated shoulder joint can exacerbate the underlying issue and prolong the pain.

Performing the gentle exercises might assist with reinforcing the shoulder joint and preventing further injury. However, an individual ought to ask their doctor or physiotherapist for individual advice on which exercises to perform and which to avoid.