• Shoulder pain
• Pain with overhead movement
• Swelling or tenderness
• Reduced range of motion
• Pain lifting the arm
• Shoulder stiffness
• Pain during activity

• Dull ache in the shoulder
• Sharp pain when lifting overhead
• Shoulder feels stiff or irritated
• Pain when reaching or throwing
• Soreness after activity

• Repetitive overhead movement
• Throwing sports
• Weightlifting
• Overuse
• Poor shoulder mechanics
• Repeated shoulder irritation

• Pain lifting your arm overhead
• Shoulder pain during sports or lifting
• Tenderness on the outside of the shoulder
• Pain that worsens with repetitive movement
• Shoulder stiffness after activity

Educational only — not a medical diagnosis.

1. 1Rest the shoulder
2. 2Apply ice for 15–20 minutes
3. 3Avoid painful overhead activity
4. 4Begin gentle mobility exercises
5. 5Reduce repetitive shoulder stress
6. 6Seek evaluation if symptoms persist

• Severe pain or swelling
• Significant weakness
• Inability to lift the arm
• Numbness or tingling
• Symptoms not improving with rest
• Pain that disrupts sleep

• Gradually rebuild shoulder strength
• Improve shoulder mobility
• Strengthen the rotator cuff
• Warm up before activity
• Avoid overtraining
• Return to sports gradually