Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain normally refers to pain at the top of the arm. Shoulder pain can be both acute and chronic. Acute onset most commonly results from a trauma. This could range from suddenly catching a falling object, a forceful dislocation with body contact or having a direct fall on to the shoulder. 

These forms of trauma can cause cartilage damage, or rotator cuff tendon tears. Other injuries that could occur Involve the acromioclavicular joint such as a separation or clavicle fracture.

The shoulder joint has the ability to be extremely mobile in comparison to other joints within the body, however this benefit can increase the likelihood of issues with instability and impingement. 

The most common cause of gradual occurrence of shoulder pain is usually caused by an issue with the ‘rotator cuff’ tendons, where they have become irritated, impinged or inflamed, thus leading to further conditions for example bursitis.