What you need to know about shoulder pain diagnosis

You’ve probably heard someone say, “You've got a lot on your shoulders.” We use this phrase to talk about burdens because your shoulders play a large role in carrying heavy things. Because your shoulders are an important part of many tasks, it’s important to take care...

Treating a rotator cuff injury with physical therapy

The rotator cuff is the part of your shoulder that, as you guessed it, is responsible for rotation. It is made up of muscles, ligaments and tendons that work together to connect the arm to the rest of your body and move your arm.  With full range of motion, you can...

Shoulder pain when lifting arm

Have you ever experienced shoulder pain when lifting your arm? The inability to easily raise your arms above your head can make many daily tasks very difficult. Reaching the top shelf at the grocery store or cleaning above the refrigerator can become a painful chore....

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What do I do when the top of my shoulder hurts?

What do I do when the top of my shoulder hurts?

Think of the role your shoulder plays in all your arm movements. Without the use of your shoulder, it’s impossible to lift your arm or to reach out in front of you or behind your back. When you have a condition that causes the top of your shoulder to hurt, then you...

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