Achieve Health – Retford, Nottinghamshire
Tears, strains, or inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons are among the most common causes of shoulder pain. These injuries often result from repetitive overhead movements, heavy lifting, or sudden trauma, leading to pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion.
Inflammation of the shoulder tendons (tendinitis) or the fluid-filled bursa sacs (bursitis) can cause aching pain, stiffness, and discomfort, especially during arm movement or at night. Overuse and repetitive motions are frequent contributors.
Frozen shoulder is characterized by progressive stiffness and significant limitation in shoulder movement. It often develops after periods of immobility, injury, or inflammation and can take months to resolve without proper intervention.
Degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis or autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis can affect the shoulder joint, leading to chronic pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced mobility over time.
Shoulder impingement occurs when tendons are compressed or pinched during arm movements, often due to poor posture, muscle imbalance, or structural changes in the shoulder. This can cause pain, inflammation, and difficulty lifting the arm.
