Male holding shoulder due to shoulder pain
 

Shoulder Pain

Composed of the clavicle, scapula, and humerus, the shoulder is one of the body’s most complicated joints. Its ball and socket formation make it the most movable joint in the human body; unfortunately this also causes the shoulder to become unstable which can lead to various problems and conditions.

Pain in the shoulder can be caused by underlying diseases or conditions affecting the surrounding ligaments or muscles. People experiencing shoulder stiffness or pain often exhibit restriction in their range of motion and movement within their tendons and muscles. The pain often begins as a dull aching sensation and becomes a much sharper and intense feeling when performing any shoulder-intensive activity. While shoulder injuries can be temporary, they can often require, or benefit greatly from, surgery.
 


Conditions

Common shoulder conditions include:


General Causes

Shoulder injuries are often the result of playing intensive sports, performing repetitive motions, hard labor, or physical incidents such as car crashes. Age also plays an important factor when it comes to pain in this area as the shoulder muscles tend to degrade with time leading to worn cartilage and ligaments.

There are numerous diseases that can affect the shoulders muscles, tendons, and ligaments causing considerable pain and damage. Diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, hyperthyroidism, and arthritis are among some of the most common underlying diseases for pain in this area however, there are various diseases and conditions that can cause shoulder trouble and it is best to be examined by a doctor to determine whether further treatment is necessary.
 


Healthpointe has top-of-the-line physicians and shoulder surgeons who are trained to provide treatment for shoulder pain and the associated symptoms
 


Shoulder Pain Treatment in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County and Los Angeles County:


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