What causes soreness and pain in the right shoulder?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing a sore and uncomfortable feeling in my right shoulder for the past few days. I would like to ask the doctor, what causes right shoulder pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Right shoulder pain may be caused by various factors, commonly including:
1. Muscle or tendon strain: Overuse or incorrect exercise posture may lead to shoulder muscle or tendon injuries, such as rotator cuff injuries.
2. Shoulder arthritis: Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis can cause pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint.
3. Frozen shoulder: Tissues surrounding the shoulder joint gradually thicken and tighten, leading to restricted movement and pain.
4. Subacromial impingement syndrome: The upper bone of the shoulder (acromion) rubs against the tendons, causing pain and inflammation.
5. Nerve compression: Cervical spine problems, such as cervical disc herniation, may compress nerves leading to the shoulder, resulting in radiating pain.
Please note that if the pain persists, affects daily activities, or is accompanied by symptoms such as night pain or arm weakness, medical attention should be sought promptly.
