What is Normal Shoulder Pain

Normal shoulder pain refers to common, often mild, discomfort in the shoulder that typically arises from overuse or minor strains and may not require immediate medical attention. Physical pain in the shoulder is quite common, however, the nature and level of pain are varied, and it can be challenging to distinguish between non-serious pain and an indication of a real problem. This article aims to outline when to be concerned and when to relax regarding shoulder pain, which is a super common issue due to the shoulder joint being the most mobile and thus susceptible to injury. Shoulder pain can result from various issues, and the sensation you feel can indicate the origin and severity of the problem. For a more detailed explanation of shoulder pain causes and treatments, refer to our previous blog – Shoulder Pain Causes, Treatments. We will now break down the types of pain.

Levels Of Pain:

What is Considered Low-Level Shoulder Pain and How to Address It?

When you feel slight pain when moving your arm/shoulder such as when playing sports, reaching up and so on. This is typically caused by inflamed tendons in your shoulder due to overuse and is called mild bursitis (bursitis is a thin layer that covers the tendons, it swells and causes irritation and pain when it itself is irritated) or tendonitis. The cure here is the elimination of unnecessary or strenuous activity by the shoulder and the use of mild anti-inflammatories, as well as posture improving exercises. Another, even more effective, option is to use a pain relieving heat energy device such as Solio Alfa Plus. Solio Alfa Plus releases 3 powerful energies RF, LLLT and IR, each targeting different pain sources to reduce inflammation, muscle and joint aches, and stiffness and pain.

When Does Shoulder Pain Become Medium-Level and Require Reassessment?

When the pain is persistent and remains even after an activity is finished, or you feel pain with every movement of the shoulder no matter how small. This means that the inflammation is pretty serious and typically implies structural injuries such as tears or early arthritis. In these instances, it is best to see a doctor so that the cause, problem, course of action, and treatment can be determined. Physical therapy might be needed, as well as injections and other medications. In order to help with the pain, Solio Alfa Plus may be used as it is natural and non-invasive, therefore it does interfere with any of your doctors’ treatments.

What Constitutes High-Level Shoulder Pain and When is it a Medical Emergency?

When pain radiates from the shoulder down the arm or up the neck, or you can’t sleep at night due to the pain, or if the pain does not improve after about a month of treatment/therapy then you have a real problem on your hands (pun intended). In these cases, a full evaluation is in order, with physical exams, x-rays, and MRIs, as there are a multitude of injuries that can cause this type of pain. Often times a procedure (outpatient or even surgery) will be required for full recovery. Of course, the recommendations from the mid-level shoulder pain section may also apply here based on your doctor’s evaluation. Solio Alfa Plus may help for pain relief under these circumstances as well.