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It gives us mobility, the strength necessary to carry heavy objects, as well as some stability, but the shoulder – that part of the body that connects the biceps to the back muscles – is also a ticking time bomb for injuries and pain thanks to its complexity and size.

What causes shoulder pain?

Two major factors make the shoulder an injury-prone joint. The first is the wide range of motion that the shoulder joint, and the second is the complexity of the “elements” that work together to allow that range of motion. At a very basic level, the causes of shoulder pain can be divided in three categories that tend to overlap:

1. Injuries and accidents.
2. Atrophy caused by the normal aging process
3. Wear and tear from carrying heavy weights or for living a sedentary lifestyle

And so, the “arsenal” problems may be extremely diverse. A partial list includes tendon tears (partial or complete), cartilage tears, bone fractures, shoulder discharges, “frozen shoulder syndrome” (see separate details on this site), arthritis or tendonitis, and more.

What does shoulder pain feel like?

As mentioned, the wide variety of potential problems brings with it different types of pain, and at different levels. Shoulder pain can be sharp or dull, prolonged or momentary, pain that causes movement restrictions, and more.
As for the movement restrictions, shoulder pain can actually diminish your quality of life since simple daily operations, from lifting objects to brushing your teeth or your hair, can be impaired.

When to see a doctor

Consult your doctor to rule out other health condition if your pain is accompanied by redness or swelling on the area. Also talk to your doctor if you pain becomes chronic or lasts for an extended period of time. In the case of injuries or accidents, it’s important to contact your doctor as soon as possible.

How is shoulder pain diagnosed?

Before or after a comprehensive visual and physical examination to identify weaknesses, distortions or limitations, the physician will try to determine the source of the problem by asking about the events that preceded the pain.
Imaging tests such as X-ray, ultrasound, CT and others will often be needed.

How is shoulder pain treated?

When it comes to treating shoulder pain, the secret is keeping the area mobile. In many cases, especially if no surgical intervention is required, you will be sent to physical therapy, where you will learn how to strengthen the area, regain your range of motion and reduce pain.
But don’t expect shoulder physical therapy to be a one-time thing; this is something you must work for at least a few weeks, or more. Occasionally, your doctor will prescribe medications to help manage the pain. In cases of extreme pain or severe information, they may also consider steroid injections.
Only the minority of patients will need surgical intervention to repair injured tendons or to surgically replace the entire shoulder joint.

The advanced Israeli technology that alleviates shoulder pain

Shoulder pain can also be treated effectively using smart pain relief technologies. These are home appliances like “Solio”, a lightweight, simple and user-friendly device that involves the use of targeted radio waves that penetrate deep inside the tissue. Solio handles a wide range of pain in various parts of the body (but not all of them, of course. Please refer to the Consumer Newsletter or information on this site for more information). When you use Solio, you will feel the pain relief process thanks to the combination of technologies and the sense of warmth that penetrates the depth of the shoulder area.

How can I avoid shoulder pain in the future?

Physical therapy exercises will make you “gain” muscle and strengthen the area, which can help you prevent future injuries. This is in addition to avoiding pain-causing actions while maintaining range of motion.

Stop the pain now with Solio – the only pain-relieving radio wave technology device.