The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body that enables a wide range of movements. When a shoulder injury occurs, doctors often diagnose the problem based on a clinical examination.However, the use of X-rays or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is necessary in some cases.

Six Common Shoulder Joint Diseases that Cause Severe Pain :

1. Shoulder Arthroscopy

Resulting from rheumatoid arthritis, this condition damages the bone joints, leading to chronic intermittent pain. It is aggravated by excessive and repetitive shoulder use.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

Shoulder pain : Difficulty in shoulder movement, with pain that may extend to the chest and back bones. The pain worsens over time and increases after waking up from sleep.

Swelling in the Shoulder : This is the presence of swelling, not just pain, depending on the stage of the condition.

Difficulty in Carrying or Lifting Objects : Severe pain leads to restrictions in shoulder movement that cannot be tolerated.

Difficulty in lifting or carrying things.

Popping and clicking sounds when moving the arm.

2. Shoulder Ligament Tear

It is a more common condition in elderly individuals and is often due to ligament degeneration.The pain is severe, especially when sleeping or changing the position of the arm., Weakness in the shoulder and the inability to use it normally are also common.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

Pain and swelling in the shoulder, which increases at night or when lying on the affected shoulder.

Increased pain with movement of the arm or shaking of the shoulder.

Pain that radiates down the arm.

Difficulty raising the arm.

Difficulty performing daily activities.

3. Shoulder Joint Dislocation

It is a condition resulting from overuse of the shoulder joint, leading to its deterioration. It is common in the elderly, athletes, and weightlifters, and it can cause severe pain, especially at night and in cold weather.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

Joint Pain.

Loss of flexibility in range of motion.

Sensation of pain when applying pressure to the affected areas.

4. Shoulder Stiffness

This condition is more commonly seen in individuals with diabetes, thyroid disorders, or heart diseases.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

Stage 1 : The patient feels pain when moving the shoulder, and the range of motion in the shoulder begins to decrease.

Stage 2 : The pain may decrease in this stage, but it becomes difficult to use the shoulder.

Stage 3 : Increased pain is noticed at night, which may cause sleep disturbances.

5. Dislocated Shoulder

A condition in which the upper arm bone comes out of its socket in the shoulder joint. This can be caused by a fall, a direct blow to the shoulder, or a sudden jerking motion of the arm.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

• Deformity : The shoulder may appear misshapen or out of place.

• Swelling or Bruising : There may be swelling or bruising around the shoulder.

• Severe Pain : The pain may be severe and may worsen with movement.

• Inability to Move the Arm : The arm may be completely immobile, or it may be difficult to move in certain directions.

6. Shoulder Fracture

This occurs in the case of a fall or exposure to a strong blow. In the case of a fractured clavicle, the patient is unable to raise his arm normally.

The Most Important Symptoms of This Disease :

Pain in the shoulder that increases with movement : This is the most common symptom.

Swelling around the fracture site in the shoulder : This is caused by bleeding and inflammation.

Difficulty moving the shoulder joint or raising the arm up : This is due to the broken bone blocking the movement of the joint.

Hearing a bone crack : This may occur when the fracture occurs.

Deformity of the external appearance of the shoulder joint, especially in severe fractures : This is due to the displacement of the broken bone.

Change in skin color to blue over the fracture area : This is due to bruising.

Due to the similarity of symptoms between each disease, it is therefore necessary to treat under medical supervision. You can contact Dr. Wael Ahmed, Consultant in Orthopedics and Traumatology, through +971507005904