Glenoid Labrum Tear
A Glenoid labrum tear is a tear of a fibrous ring of tissue in the shoulder joint. It is often caused by repetitive movements such as overhead throwing, causing general pain and weakness. Here we …
Shoulder stiffness
Dislocated Shoulder
A dislocated shoulder occurs when the humerus bone displaces forwards out of the joint. If you suspect a dislocated shoulder, seek immediate medical attention. DO NOT attempt to put the joint back into place. Dislocated …
Rotator Cuff Tendonitis (Tendinopathy)
Rotator cuff tendonitis (tendinopathy) is an overuse injury causing gradual onset pain in the shoulder. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, treatment, and rehabilitation of rotator cuff tendonitis Symptoms Often patients are unable to determine …
Frozen Shoulder
Adhesive capsulitis is the medical term for a frozen shoulder. It causes pain and restricted movement in the shoulder joint. A Frozen shoulder passes through three phases; a freezing phase, a stiff phase and a …
Rotator Cuff Tear
A rotator cuff strain is a tear to any of the four rotator cuff muscles in the shoulder. It is common in throwing and racket sports. A torn rotator cuff can range from mild to …
Supraspinatus Tear
The supraspinatus muscle runs along the top of the shoulder blade and inserts at the top of the arm, or humerus bone, and is one of the four rotator cuff muscles. A supraspinatus tear can …
Pec Major Tendon Inflammation
The Pectoralis Major tendon is weakest where it inserts into the arm or humerus bone. Common sports that can inflame the tendon include racket sports, rowing, swimming, and weight training. The pain when performing these …
Shoulder Tendonitis
Shoulder tendonitis is an overuse injury that causes inflammation of one of the tendons in the shoulder joint, usually a rotator cuff tendon. Shoulder tendinopathy is probably a more accurate term as it describes the …
Winged Scapula
A winged scapula is where the shoulder protrudes out of the back rather than laying flat against the back of the chest wall. It is a symptom of another condition, rather than an injury itself …