Shoulder Conditions

Shoulder Injury Model

Anatomy model of a shoulder joint, AKA Glenohumeral Joint

    • Symptoms

      • Progressive shoulder stiffness and reduced range of motion

      • Pain that may worsen at night or with movement

      • Difficulty with daily activities (e.g. dressing, reaching overhead)

      • Gradual loss of shoulder mobility over time

      Treatment

      • Physiotherapy to improve mobility and reduce stiffness

      • Guided stretching and range-of-motion exercises

      • Pain management to allow gradual movement recovery

    • Symptoms

      • Shoulder pain when lifting the arm or reaching overhead

      • Weakness in the shoulder, especially with rotation or lifting

      • Pain when lying on the affected side

      • Reduced range of motion or difficulty with daily movements

      Treatment

      • Physiotherapy to reduce pain and restore shoulder strength

      • Targeted strengthening of the rotator cuff and stabilising muscles

      • Gradual return to movement with proper load management

      • Further assessment if symptoms persist or worsen

    • Symptoms

      • Shoulder feels loose or “slips out”

      • Pain with overhead or rotational movements

      • Weakness or reduced control during activity

      • History of dislocation or repeated instability

      Treatment

      • Physiotherapy to improve shoulder stability and control

      • Strengthening of the rotator cuff and surrounding muscles

      • Movement retraining to prevent recurrent dislocations

    • Bankart Repair

    • SLAP repair

    • AC joint Reconstruction

    • Sub-acromial Decompression

    • Fracture Fixation (e.g. ORIF)

    • Rotator Cuff Repair

  • Symptoms

    • Shoulder feels loose or “slips out”

    • Pain with overhead or rotation

    • Clicking, catching, or repeated dislocations

    Treatment

    • Physiotherapy to rebuild shoulder stability and control

    • Strengthening of rotator cuff and stabilisers

    • Surgery only if instability keeps recurring

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  • Symptoms

    • Deep shoulder pain (especially overhead)

    • Clicking or catching sensation

    • Weakness or reduced throwing / lifting strength

    Treatment

    • Physiotherapy is first-line (restore movement + strength)

    • Activity modification to reduce strain

    • Surgery only if rehab does not resolve symptoms

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