Shoulder pain

The shoulder is a highly mobile joint, with heavy reliance on the muscles around it to function properly. Diagnosis of shoulder injuries involves obtaining a detailed history and a thorough assessment of movements.

Rotator Cuff Injury

A Rotator Cuff injury is a common cause of shoulder pain. Injury to the Rotator Cuff will usually begin as inflammation, commonly called Rotator Cuff tendonitis. If the cause of Rotator Cuff tendonitis is not addressed, a partial or complete Rotator Cuff tear can develop. Physiotherapy is often effective in treating Rotator Cuff tendonitis. Tears of the Rotator Cuff are best treated by surgical repair.

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Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder or 'Adhesive Capsulitis' is a common cause of shoulder pain in people aged between 40 and 60, with women affected more than men. Physiotherapy treatment is the first option for Frozen Shoulder treatment. Some evidence suggests that more aggressive shoulder mobilisation in conjunction with local anaesthetic and corticosteroid injections can provide shoulder pain relief and restore normal movement.

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