Shoulder Pain and Its Treatment

Shoulder Pain and Its Treatment
May 8, 2020

You usually do not think much about your shoulders until you suddenly feel pain in one of them. Shoulder pain may make a regular act seem daunting, and it would be very difficult for you to deal with it. Sports-related injuries can be very severe, and you need sports medicine to get healed.

Below are some of the most common conditions you may experience and some advice on how to deal with them. Do not forget to go for sports medicine with the right treatment.

Getting hurt placing dishes in the cupboard or slipping your arm into a coat sleeve? If so, you may be one of the 70% of adults who suffer from shoulder pain during their lifetime at some point. Luckily, many treatment options are available, and several are non-surgical.

All about Shoulder Pain

The shoulder discomfort may occur unexpectedly or build up over time, depending on the cause. Shoulder pain can vary from bothersome to agonizing. Because of its structure, shoulder problems are very common, and the risk of problems rises with age.

The incredible ability of the shoulder to rotate 360 degrees lets you move in every direction. Yet the wonderful versatility is its weakness, too. A shallow joint socket may result in strain to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other tissues. Fractures, arthritis, nerve problems, and injuries to the rotator cuff can cause pain, too.

Non-Surgical Care Choices

The good news is that not all chronic injury to the shoulder needs surgery. Treatment begins by determining the cause of the discomfort. This could require a history of health along with a shoulder exam and range of motion. Imaging scans can also be ordered, such as X-rays or an MRI.

There’s a variety of therapies available, depending on the condition. After surgery, a lot of people will undergo change.

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Movement Adjustment

Their behaviors will be tested for this form of treatment. Rest and prevent overexertion during the healing process can be recommended.

Physical Therapy

Your physical therapist will teach stretching strategies and improve exercises over a series of sessions to enhance your flexibility and strength. They can also use electrical nerve stimulation, heat and ice packs, massage, and/or low-voltage stimulation.

You can book your appointment with Pain Management in OKC to get sports medicine for your treatment. This treatment can be the best to make you comfortable and get rid of the severe pain permanently.

**Disclaimer: This content should not be considered medical advice and does not imply a doctor-patient relationship.

Darryl D. Robinson, MD

Medical Director

About Author

Dr. Darryl Robinson, a Richmond, Virginia native, earned his undergraduate degree from Howard University, graduating magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to receive his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in 1995. Commissioned into the U.S. Army the same year, Dr. Robinson completed his internship at Walter Reed and served as a General Medical Officer at Fort Stewart, Georgia. He left active duty in 1998 and remained in the reserves through 2004. After completing his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and a fellowship in Pain Medicine, Dr. Robinson joined Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics in 2002. He has since been recognized for delivering comprehensive, cutting-edge care for pain conditions. In 2012, he was named one of the region's top physicians by Castle Connolly. Frustrated by the limitations of conventional pain treatments, he expanded his approach to include wellness-based therapies focused on nutrition, hormone optimization, and regenerative medicine. He later became a Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Also in 2012, Dr. Robinson was honored as one of the first "Pink Tie Guys" by the Susan G. Komen foundation in Oklahoma, recognizing his advocacy for women's health.
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