Parts of the shoulder
The shoulder is made up of several parts:
- The shoulder blade
- The upper arm
- The shoulder joint
- The shoulder muscles and tendons
The shoulder joint is remarkable: it allows a full 360-degree rotation. That very mobility also makes the shoulder vulnerable to damage and problems. Shoulder pain often comes alongside headaches, back pain, muscle pain and neck pain. These back and neck complaints are caused by tension in the muscles.
Symptoms of shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is usually felt around the shoulder joint itself. Often it does not stop there and radiates further out, for example to:
- The shoulder blades
- The neck
- The elbow
- The fingers
The pain often makes it hard to move your arm properly, which you notice when getting dressed or combing your hair. Shoulder problems can seriously hamper everyday tasks, and they can trouble you at night too. Read what to expect at your first visit or explore all of our treatments.
