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Shoulder Pain

What is Shoulder Pain?

Shoulder pain can arise from various structures within the shoulder, including muscles, tendons, and joints. It can result from injury, overuse, or underlying medical conditions and can significantly impact daily activities.

What Are the Major Symptoms?

  • Pain: Persistent or intermittent pain in the shoulder.
  • Stiffness: Difficulty moving the shoulder due to stiffness.
  • Weakness: Weakness in the shoulder muscles.
  • Swelling: Swelling or tenderness around the shoulder joint.
  • Reduced Range of Motion: Limited ability to move the shoulder in all directions.

What are the Main Causes?

  • Rotator Cuff Injuries: Tears or inflammation in the rotator cuff tendons.
  • Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that cushions the shoulder joint.
  • Tendinitis: Inflammation of the tendons in the shoulder.
  • Frozen Shoulder: Stiffness and pain due to inflammation and scar tissue.
  • Arthritis: Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis affecting the shoulder joint.

How to Manage Pain?

  • Medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs.
  • Physical Therapy: Exercises to improve flexibility, strength, and range of motion.
  • Rest and Ice: Resting the shoulder and applying ice packs to reduce inflammation.
  • Corticosteroid Injections: To reduce severe inflammation.
  • Alternative Therapies: Acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic care.
  • Surgery: In cases of severe damage, surgical intervention may be required.

Why Samrat Hospital?

Samrat Hospital offers comprehensive care for shoulder pain. Our team of orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and pain management experts work together to provide personalized treatment plans. We use advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to help you recover quickly and return to your daily activities pain-free

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