Shoulder Injuries

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The shoulder complex is made up of the glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, sternoclavicular and scapular thoracic joints. The Shoulder complex is predominantly structured to offer maximal range of motion. The stability of the shoulder joint is therefore provided by the joint capsule, ligaments and a group of muscles called the rotator cuff. The shoulder complex is also surrounded by large powerful muscles. Subacromial pain syndrome is a very common injury. This is the name given to non-traumatic shoulder injuries that present as pain under the acromion (top part of the shoulder) and often get worse with lifting the arm. This includes conditions where the tendons and bursa become irritated and inflamed. These types of injuries are often minor and can be managed using the principles of POLICE, under the guidance of a physiotherapist. Occasionally injuries can be more severe, especially if there was trauma. If you have had a traumatic injury we advise that you seek a medical review ASAP.

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Shoulder Injuries Table

This table shows some of the key symptoms of the most common shoulder injuries. We strongly advise that you see a healthcare professional rather than attempt to self-diagnose.

The information pages about each condition should help to explain the injury you have and signpost how it can be appropriately managed. Remember that wear and tear (degeneration) in your shoulder is a normal part of ageing. Often, people with large amounts of wear and tear on scans have no symptoms and are fully functioning. Avoiding moving your shoulder and general physical activity will not help. It is however advisable to manage your condition using the POLICE principle under the guidance of a physiotherapist. Pain-free clicking is nothing to worry about, as it is either tight tendons and ligaments flicking over the joints, or the release of nitrogen gas bubbles from your joints (cavitation). If there are high levels of pain with the clicking, shoulder instability or deformity then seek a medical assessment.

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a trained medical doctor or physiotherapist. PhysioRoom disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information, which is provided to you on a general information basis only and not as a substitute for personalised medical advice.

Condition	Common Signs & Symptoms
Condition	Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking
Broken Collar Bone
Dislocated Shoulder
Frozen Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendonitis
Rotator Cuff Injury
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Separation

Broken Collar Bone
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Dislocated Shoulder
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Frozen Shoulder
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendonitis
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Rotator Cuff Injury
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Shoulder Bursitis
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking

Shoulder Separation
Pain	Swelling	Stiffness	Weakness	Instability	Locking