Shoulder Pain
Diagnose Your Shoulder Pain Today
By Jarrett Kruse
Shoulder pain is frequently the result of strain or overuse, but occasionally skeletal problems can cause pain in the shoulder. Back shoulder pain can be caused by an injury or ailment in the neck or back and may be accompanied by back pain or neck pain. Frequently shoulder pain can be remedied with acupuncture, physical therapy, or medication, but sometimes surgery is indicated. the nature and location of the pain may help in diagnosis. If you are right handed, for example, and shoulder pain is accompanied by right back pain, you may have sustained an injury due to overuse or strain. Shoulder pain can also be referred pain from the neck or upper back, just as leg pain can come from the lower back.
When dealing with shoulder pain, it’s important to get a proper diagnosis. The best way to diagnose your pain is to visit your doctor or preferred health care provider Paying close attention to your symptoms will help you and your health care provider reach the right conclusion. Shoulder pain that worsens with use, for example, is an indication that the problem is in the shoulder itself. Pain at the shoulder joint can indicate bursitis or a rotator cuff injury. Dull pain triggered by everyday activity could be a sign of osteoarthritis. Shooting, radiating shoulder pain can be a sign of a heart attack. Among the other causes of shoulder pain are:
- Dislocated shoulder
- Cervical spine problems
- Frozen shoulder
- Separated shoulder
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Tendonitis
- Muscle strain
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
With many more possibilities than these, sometimes it is a combination of symptoms that can lead you to the cause of your problem. The best way to get a diagnosis is to carefully note ALL your symptoms and discuss them with your doctor.
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