Complaints of Shoulder, Arm & Wrist
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Here you can find a selection of common complaints in the shoulder, arm, and wrist area.
Shoulder Complaints & Bursitis
Shoulder complaints can significantly affect your daily life – from getting dressed and personal care to limitations at work and during hobbies.
Common Symptoms:
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Pain when lifting the arm
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Persistent stiffness
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Nighttime pain
Causes & Treatment:
Bursitis often results from overuse or repetitive movements. Targeted therapy, exercises, and guidance on pain management can restore mobility and reduce pain.
Frozen Shoulder
A frozen shoulder can greatly restrict mobility and make everyday tasks very difficult.
Phases:
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Painful initial phase – significant pain and limited movement
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Freezing phase – increasing stiffness
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Thawing phase – gradual return of mobility
Treatment:
Targeted physiotherapy can relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the healing process.
Elbow Complaints (Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow)
Elbow complaints can cause pain when lifting light objects, reduced grip strength, and difficulty with precise hand movements.
Common Forms:
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Tennis elbow: pain on the outside of the elbow
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Golfer’s elbow: pain on the inside of the elbow
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Radiating pain: into the forearm and wrist
Treatment:
A personalized therapy and exercise plan can relieve pain, improve mobility, and prevent loss of function.
Wrist Complaints & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Wrist complaints can significantly impact daily activities – such as writing, typing, or grasping objects.
Common Causes:
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
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Tendonitis
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Joint damage from osteoarthritis
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Instability following an injury
Treatment:
Accurate diagnosis, targeted exercises, and individualized training plans help reduce pain and restore function and strength.
Shoulder Pain: The Most Complex Joint
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body and consists of several sub-joints:
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Glenohumeral joint: connects the upper arm and shoulder blade
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Acromioclavicular joint: between the collarbone and shoulder roof
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Scapulothoracic joint: between the shoulder blade and ribcage
Key Features:
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High range of motion
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Susceptible to instability
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Stability depends on surrounding muscles, especially the rotator cuff
Shoulder pain is often very complex. It can originate not only from the joint itself but also be influenced by breathing issues, neck tension, or posture patterns. This combination of mobility, stability, and neighboring structures makes the shoulder particularly vulnerable to various complaints.
Symptoms of Shoulder Pain
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Pain at the front or side of the shoulder, especially above shoulder height
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Clicking or popping sounds during movement
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Nighttime pain when lying on the affected shoulder
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Limited range of motion (e.g., reaching the back)
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Pain during everyday activities (combing hair, putting on a jacket)
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Radiating pain into the upper arm or neck
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Loss of strength during certain movements
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Gradually increasing stiffness
Possible Causes of Shoulder Pain
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Overuse: repeated movements above shoulder height, heavy lifting
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Muscle imbalance: weakness of the rotator cuff or stabilizing muscles
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Posture issues: forward shoulders from computer work
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Trauma: falls or sudden jerks on the arm
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Instability: loose joint capsule or ligaments
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Degenerative changes: wear and tear of cartilage or tendons
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Inflammatory reactions: tendonitis, bursitis
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Joint damage: osteoarthritis, labrum injury
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Neurological issues: nerve compression affecting shoulder muscles
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Frozen shoulder: gradually increasing stiffness