Shoulder Injuries And Disorders Symptoms

SHOULDER INJURIES AND DISORDERS

DESCRIPTION

A shoulder sprain occurs when the ligaments overstretch or tear, while a shoulder strain is when some of the fibers in the shoulder muscles or tendons overstretch or tear. These injuries can limit your ability to move and lift your arms and can cause acute or chronic pain.

Symptoms –

Pain

Stiffness

Weakness

Inability to rotate or raise your arm

Feeling loose

Risk factors –

Older age

Occupations like carpentry or house painting

Certain sports

Family history

Diagnosis and test –

X-ray

Ultrasound

Magnetic resonance imaging

Treatment –

Therapy

Injections

Surgery