The pain and stiffness caused by shoulder osteoarthritis can affect arm movement. It can be painful and difficult to hit a golf ball, lift a dish from a kitchen cupboard, or even brush teeth. Even moderate shoulder osteoarthritis can cause chronic dull pain or intermittent
Shoulder Osteoarthritis Video The shoulder is a very strong and flexible joint; however, it requires considerable support from surrounding muscles and tendons. The shoulder requires, and therefore is built for, a large degree of flexibility. This flexibility allows us to reach objects overhead as well
Swelling and inflammation near a joint may be a sign of bursitis, a condition that involves buildup of liquid and inflammation in a bursa sac that cushions a joint. This condition has earned some interesting names over the years: housemaid’s knee, student’s elbow, and tailor’s bottom, to name
Joint Pain Caused by Arthritis Video Joints are present at every point in the body where two bones come together, and are instrumental in providing flexibility and producing movement in the body. In addition to flexibility, joints are responsible for creating stability and maintaining an
Any type of arthritis in the shoulder can cause severe shoulder pain and limit mobility, making physical activity challenging. However, not exercising the shoulder can result in muscle atrophy, joint instability, further joint degeneration, and possibly a frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Under the guidance of