General Injury Advice
Shoulder Pain
What Is It?
The shoulder joint is a complex, notably mobile, anatomical part , comprised of bones, ligaments, cartilage, tendons and bursa.
Any of these structures can be injured or inflamed and can cause pain. Shoulder pain is common and most cases will get better with appropriate treatment.
Shoulder pain can also come from other parts of the body and this is called referred pain.
Any of these structures can be injured or inflamed and can cause pain. Shoulder pain is common and most cases will get better with appropriate treatment.
Shoulder pain can also come from other parts of the body and this is called referred pain.
What Can You Expect
Common Symptoms
Pain at the top, front or back of shoulder or upper part of the arm
Reduced movement
Weakness of the shoulder/arm
Reduced movement
Weakness of the shoulder/arm
Do This:
Rest and use an ice pack wrapped with towel. Particularly in the first few days after an injury.
Avoid ‘HARM’ (heat, alcohol, running/sport and massage).
When ready, heat packs can help relieve most other types of shoulder pain, particularly if your muscles feel sore and tense.
Gradually increase your physical activities and exercises.
Take pain killers as per doctor's recommendations when necessary.
Avoid ‘HARM’ (heat, alcohol, running/sport and massage).
When ready, heat packs can help relieve most other types of shoulder pain, particularly if your muscles feel sore and tense.
Gradually increase your physical activities and exercises.
Take pain killers as per doctor's recommendations when necessary.
Do NOT:
Participate in strenuous activities including sport.
Do repetitive overhead activities nor heavy lifting/pushing/pulling.
Tense up your shoulder. Let your arm relax hanging by your side.
Slouch. Practice holding your shoulder blades down and back towards each other.
Do repetitive overhead activities nor heavy lifting/pushing/pulling.
Tense up your shoulder. Let your arm relax hanging by your side.
Slouch. Practice holding your shoulder blades down and back towards each other.
Returning To Work:
Use work as part of your recovery and gradually resume normal activities.
Talk to your employer about what you can do at work to help you keep active.
Talk to your doctor about what you think you can do at work.
Talk to your employer about what you can do at work to help you keep active.
Talk to your doctor about what you think you can do at work.
When to seek medical attention urgently.
Looks deformed and not able to use it
Feeling unwell
Having chest pain
Sweaty
Difficulty breathing
Feeling unwell
Having chest pain
Sweaty
Difficulty breathing
Disclaimer:
It is important to note that every injury is unique for an individual person, and the management approach may vary depending on the nature and severity of the injury. Proper injury management requires a personalized and holistic approach to address the specific needs of each individual.
The above information is general in nature and you may need to book a consultation with us to receive specific help.
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