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Shoulder pain can be caused by:

Rotator cuff tears (partial or full thickness)
Various types of arthritis (bone on bone)
Biceps tendinosis, avulsion, or dislocation
Labral tears or fraying
Instability
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Acromioclavicular arthritis (arthritis where the clavicle meets the shoulder)
Acromioclavicular joint instability
Fracture
Infection
Neck problems
Tumor
Scapulothoracic problems (bursa irritation, scapular winging)

Common symptoms of shoulder pain and discomfort include:

Pain with movement of the shoulder
Inability to lift the shoulder overhead
Pain on the side or front of the shoulder
Night pain, especially if trying to lie on that side
Pain while trying to put on a coat or shirt
Pain while trying to reach behind to scratch ones back
Pain when trying to throw a ball overhand style

Conditions - Shoulder & Elbow Care

AC Sprain

AC is an abbreviation for acromioclavicular. Your shoulder blade and collarbone are connected by your ligaments and AC joint. When you sprain your AC, it is considered a shoulder separation. There are different classifications for shoulder sprains determined by the extent of the tear. The three main types of AC sprains are: Type One: This is a slight tear to your AC ligament with [...]