• Shoulder pain
• Pain with overhead movement
• Tenderness on the outside of the shoulder
• Reduced range of motion
• Pain when lifting the arm
• Night pain
• Shoulder weakness

• Aching pain on the outside of the shoulder
• Sharp pain when reaching overhead
• Pain when lying on the affected shoulder
• Shoulder feels stiff
• Pain with lifting or reaching
• Discomfort after repetitive activity

• Repetitive overhead activities
• Throwing sports
• Weightlifting
• Shoulder impingement
• Poor posture
• Rotator cuff irritation
• Direct impact to the shoulder

• Pain when raising the arm overhead
• Tenderness on the outside of the shoulder
• Pain when reaching behind the back
• Symptoms worsen with repetitive overhead activity
• Pain when lying on the affected side

Educational only — not a medical diagnosis.

1. 1Rest from painful activities
2. 2Apply ice several times a day
3. 3Avoid repetitive overhead movements
4. 4Begin gentle range-of-motion exercises if tolerated
5. 5Schedule an evaluation if symptoms persist

• Sudden severe pain after trauma
• Inability to raise the arm
• Significant weakness
• Visible deformity
• Fever, redness, or warmth around the shoulder
• Pain that continues to worsen despite rest

• Most cases improve without surgery
• Physical therapy helps restore strength and mobility
• Gradually return to overhead activities
• Correct posture and shoulder mechanics
• Strengthen the rotator cuff and shoulder muscles
• Avoid returning to sports too quickly