Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT Key Takeaways Shoulder blade pain can be caused by muscle strain, rotator cuff tears, or joint conditions like osteoarthritis.Symptoms of shoulder blade pain ...

If you think you may have shoulder impingement syndrome, a doctor may refer you to a physical therapist (PT) who will perform tests to help identify exactly where the impingement is located and the ...

If you have sudden or long-term shoulder pain, it’s important to know the cause so you can receive the right treatment. The cause of your shoulder pain can depend on your age, previous injuries, ...

Many people have heard the term shoulder instability but have wondered what that means. So, what is shoulder instability? Many structures are responsible for stabilizing your shoulders. This includes ...

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS), also called axial spondyloarthritis, can cause stiffness in the neck and shoulders. Neck and shoulder pain might get worse after lying or sitting for a time, causing ...

Shoulder pain often manifests as elbow discomfort due to referred pain, where nerve signals misdirect the source. Identifying the shoulder as the origin is crucial for effective treatment, involving ...

Pain from your chest to your shoulder can have many causes, and may involve your heart, lungs, or other internal organs. If your pain is sudden or severe, seek immediate medical care. Pain in the ...

Shoulder arthritis is damage to the cartilage in the ball-and-socket joint of your shoulder. The smooth covering of cartilage between your shoulder bones allows your shoulder to move and rotate ...

It started with a dull ache in my right shoulder. At first, I chalked it up to bad posture or sleeping funny. Then came a strange popping sound when I rotated it. Within weeks, the pain crept into my ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can cause shoulder pain, although it is not one of the typical symptoms. In some cases, people may have shoulder pain without any wrist pain. If CTS is the cause, then ...