Deltoid Pain
Deltoid pain relates to the large deltoid muscle on the top & outside of the shoulder. Although not a common injury, an injured deltoid can result in pain at the front, side or back of …
Shoulder swelling
Dislocated Shoulder
A dislocated shoulder occurs when the humerus bone is displaced forwards out of the joint. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and rehabilitation for shoulder dislocations. Click headings below to expand:
Long Head of Biceps Rupture
A rupture or tear to the long head of the biceps causes pain at the front of the shoulder. It is more common in older athletes. Symptoms A sudden sharp pain at the front of …
Broken Collar Bone (Clavicle Fracture)
A clavicle fracture is a fracture of the clavicle bone at the front of the shoulder. It is also known as a broken collarbone. It is usually caused from a fall onto the shoulder, or …
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 …
AC Joint Separation/Sprain
An AC joint separation, or AC joint sprain, is an injury to the ligaments which hold the acromioclavicular joint together at the top of the shoulder. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and treatment for …
Posterior Shoulder Dislocation
A posterior shoulder dislocation occurs when the head of the humerus moves backward out of the socket. This is a relatively rare injury as most shoulder dislocations are anterior. Car accidents, contact sports, or falling …
Pectoralis Major Strain
The pectoralis major muscle is a large powerful muscle at the front of the chest. It is used to rotate the arm inwards. Its weak point is where the tendon attaches to the arm bone, …