Shoulder pain

Shoulder pain is the symptom of discomfort of the shoulder.

Shoulder pain is common and affects up to 34% of the general population

Shoulder pain usually results from injury to the muscles, joints or bones of the shoulder.

• The most common cause of shoulder pain is a rotator cuff injury or impingement syndrome.

• About 15% shoulder pain is referred pain and comes from the neck, chest, or abdomen.

Shoulder pain that persists or worsens should be evaluated by your doctor.

Posted on January 26, 2009

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