Shoulder pain can stem from a wide variety of different causes and manifest in many ways. Broadly speaking, the two main types of shoulder pain are:

• Acute Shoulder Pain – This type of shoulder pain comes on suddenly, often as the result of a traumatic injury.
• Chronic Shoulder Pain – This type of shoulder pain is ongoing, sometimes lasting for months or even years. Its underlying causes can include injury, nerve issues, arthritis, and various other conditions.

No matter what type of shoulder pain you are experiencing, the expert team at Resolve Pain and Spine is available to offer an innovative and proactive approach to pain management and resolution.

What Causes Shoulder Pain?

The potential causes of shoulder pain are numerous and can include a spectrum of different injuries and conditions that involve swelling and restricted range of motion in the shoulder joint and/or surrounding muscles and tissues. These can include:

• Trauma, including bone fractures and muscle or ligament injuries
• Rotator cuff tears
• Cartilage tears
• Bone spurs
• Pinched nerves
• Overuse (wear and tear)
• Bursitis (swollen bursae)
• Aging
• Instability/dislocation
• Immobility (such as after surgery or an injury)
• Arthritis
• A tumor in or near the shoulder joint

Shoulder Pain Symptoms

Shoulder pain can manifest in a range of different ways depending on its cause as well as a variety of other factors including the anatomy and health status of the individual experiencing it. Common symptoms of shoulder problems include:

• Pain in the shoulder area that may feel dull, achy, or sharp, depending on the circumstances
• Swelling, redness, or bruising in the shoulder area
• Tingling, numbness, or weakness in the shoulder joint
• Weakness or pain that radiates down the arm
• A grinding or grating sensation when moving the shoulder
• Difficulty sleeping, keeping the shoulder in one position for a long period of time, or performing specific movements such as lifting or reaching
• Decreased range of motion
• Stiffness in the shoulder joint

If you are experiencing one or more of the symptoms above, having your shoulder evaluated and seeking treatment options is strongly recommended.

Diagnosis and Treatment

At Resolve Pain and Spine, we know that the accurate diagnosis of shoulder pain is critical to its resolution. It’s why our world-class team of doctors places such a high priority on getting to know our patients and meticulously getting to the root of the symptoms they are experiencing.

When you book an appointment at Resolve Pain and Spine, the diagnosis of your shoulder pain will involve a detailed review of your medical history as well as an in-depth physical examination. Depending on the circumstances, diagnostic tests such as an X-ray, MRI, or CT scan may also be ordered.

Once a conclusive diagnosis has been made, your doctor will work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan that will allow you to reduce or eliminate your pain and achieve your health and mobility goals, whatever they may be! At Resolve Pain and Spine, our diverse array of pain treatment approaches includes acupuncture, integrative pain management, physical therapy, PRP injections, stem cell therapy, trigger point injections, non-opioid pain treatments, and more.

Why Choose Resolve Pain and Spine Center?

At Resolve Pain and Spine in West Orange, New Jersey, we specialize in uncovering the hidden sources of chronic pain. Using an interdisciplinary approach, our shoulder pain specialists draw on decades of expertise and proven outcomes to help each and every patient move toward a pain-free reality.

If you’ve hit dead ends time and again in trying to resolve your shoulder pain, our team is prepared to get to the bottom of your condition and put you on the fastest road to recovery with the utmost compassion, skill, and professionalism. Learn more about our innovative pain management approaches when you book a consultation at Resolve Pain and Spine. We look forward to working with you!

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If shoulder issues are negatively impacting your quality of life, it’s time to seek shoulder pain treatment that will allow you to move forward with renewed strength and energy. At Resolve Pain and Spine, our shoulder pain doctors are committed to building a personal relationship with each and every patient who walks through our doors and are never satisfied until they’ve made a definitive diagnosis and developed a treatment plan to alleviate pain and restore function.

Seeking advanced shoulder pain treatment options in West Orange or the surrounding areas? The team at Resolve Pain and Spine looks forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your health goals. Book an appointment online today!