Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is characterized by sensations to the various muscles, tendons, joints, and bones in the shoulder area. As the most mobile joint in the body, the shoulder is prone to multiple types of injury. Shoulder pain may originate from the joint itself or from the many muscles, ligaments or tendons that surround it. Common causes of shoulder pain include tendon tears, arthritis and broken bones. In the case of immediate and severe pain, we recommend you see a doctor as you may have a tear or broken bone. In the case of mild to moderate, short term pain, rest and ice is sufficient. If the pain lasts over three weeks regardless of severity, we would advise you to see a doctor to test for arthritis or tendonitis.