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Common Conditions Affecting Range of Motion of the Shoulder
Due to the high degree of flexibility in your shoulder across all ranges of motion, it is a frequent location for muscle injuries and pain.
As per the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, most shoulder injuries primarily affect the shoulder muscles, ligaments, and tendons rather than the bones.
Shoulder pain can occasionally be attributed to referred pain, which occurs due to an injury to the neck or another location. Typically, this discomfort does not exacerbate when you move your shoulder.
Common conditions that can result in affecting the range of motion of the shoulder are:
Ligament injuries: Some strenuous exercises or sudden blows to the shoulder can cause the stretching or tearing of the ligaments in the shoulder, which may lead to the dislocation of the bones in the shoulder.
Strain: A shoulder strain occurs when the muscle fibres of the shoulder are stretched beyond their normal capacity.
Labral tear: This is a cartilage laceration that forms the socket lining that houses the proximal end of your humerus. This can impact both the rotator cuff and the biceps. A tear extending from the front to the back is called a SLAP tear.
Muscle contraction: These are abrupt contractions of the muscles due to myoclonus, muscle spasms, and muscle stiffness. The shoulder joint exhibits remarkable flexibility, resulting in significant strain and damage to the surrounding muscles and soft tissues.
Adhesive capsulitis: Adhesive capsulitis, aka frozen shoulder, is a shoulder condition that is frequently referred to as such due to the thickening and stiffening of the capsule surrounding the shoulder joint. It might result in muscular spasms, discomfort, and severe rigidity in your shoulder muscles.
Shoulder bursitis: It refers to inflammation of the bursa, which are tiny fluid-filled sacs found in the shoulders. Inflammation may impede the mobility of the shoulder joint and lead to muscular discomfort.
Rotator cuff injury: A rotator cuff injury, such as a rotator cuff rupture, often impacts tendons but may also include muscles.
Shoulder impingement syndrome: It occurs when excessive rubbing between the shoulder muscles or tendons and the bones leads to inflammation and discomfort in the soft tissues. Shoulder impingement syndrome is often referred to as swimmer’s shoulder.
Age and gender: Individuals aged 40 and beyond, especially females, have a higher likelihood of experiencing frozen shoulders.
Immobility: People who keep their shoulder slightly slack are more likely to get a frozen shoulder after an injury to the rotator cuff, a broken arm, a stroke, or surgery rehabilitation.
Conclusion
The shoulder is a multidimensional joint regulated by numerous muscles that facilitate a broad range of motion. This mobility renders the shoulder susceptible to injury and discomfort. Shoulder discomfort is prevalent among both athletes and the general populace. If you are experiencing acute or persistent shoulder pain, it is advisable to consult with an experienced orthopaedic. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential. Continuing to exercise with shoulder pain might worsen the condition. Emergency medical attention may be necessary in the event of sudden shoulder pain, which may be indicative of a heart attack.
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