Shoulder Injuries

AC joint Separation
Pain at the end of the collar bone. Pain when you move the shoulder joint especially with the arms above the shoulders.

Dislocated Shoulder
Often the shoulder will appear obviously different to the other side, and if there is any nerve damage the sensation might also be altered. Normally you will have quite severe pain associated with a dislocation.

Fractured Collar Bone
Pain on the collar bone. Swelling. A bony deformity may be seen or felt.

Shoulder Instability
This is usually due to a particular accident or injury which damages the structures that provide stability.

Impingement Syndrome
Pain at the front and/or side of the shoulder joint with overhead activity such as throwing, front crawl swimming.

Rotator Cuff Injury
Sudden, tearing feeling in the shoulder, followed by severe pain through the arm. Limited movement of the shoulder due to pain or muscle spasm. Severe pain for a few days (due to bleeding and muscle spasm) which usually resolves quickly.

Frozen Shoulder
Gradual onset of aching shoulder. Developing widespread pain, often worst at night and when lying on the affected side