Shoulder Pain

Shoulder Pain services offered in Gainesville, FL

Shoulder injuries are common yet often debilitating when left untreated. At Synchrony Medical Group in Gainesville, Florida, pain management physicians Zeshan Hyder, DO, Rick Ramos, MD, and the outstanding team pinpoint the root cause of shoulder pain and offer personalized pain-relieving solutions. Schedule an evaluation at Synchrony Medical Group by phone or request one online today to ease your symptoms.

What is shoulder pain?

Shoulder discomfort affects a joint that connects your torso to your upper arm. This shoulder joint is made of muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, and other tissues. Injuries, diseases, and wear and tear are common risk factors for shoulder pain. See the Synchrony Medical Group team at the first sign of an issue to ease your discomfort.

What are the symptoms of shoulder pain-causing injuries?

Symptoms of shoulder damage include:

Swelling
Stiffness
Warmth
Redness
Decreased range of motion
Reduced ability to raise your arm
Bruising
Aching
Sharp pain
Throbbing
Weakness
Popping sounds
Soreness

Your shoulder joint might have a visible deformity after an injury or degeneration from a chronic disease like arthritis. Shoulder discomfort can make it hard to complete simple everyday tasks or sleep comfortably.

What can contribute to shoulder pain?

The following factors may lead to shoulder discomfort:

Age-related wear
Arthritis
Dislocations
Muscle strains or tears
Fractures
Tendinitis
Bursitis
Shoulder impingement
Frozen shoulder

You could injure your shoulder while completing a physically demanding job, lifting something, playing sports, being in a car accident, or falling.

Pinpointing the cause of shoulder pain is vital to treating it effectively. The Synchrony Medical Group team uses various methods to determine the root cause of your discomfort.

How is the cause of shoulder pain diagnosed?

Diagnosing the underlying cause of shoulder pain at the Synchrony Medical Group includes a medical history review, a discussion about your symptoms, and a physical exam. Your provider looks for signs of an injury by assessing your shoulder joint’s structure and function. You might need blood testing, X-rays, an MRI, or another imaging procedure to confirm a diagnosis.

How is shoulder pain treatment?

Treating shoulder pain at Synchrony Medical Group may include:

Physical therapy
Stretching
Injections
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
Corticosteroid injections
Immobilization
Ice or heat packs
compression
Orthopedic surgery

You might need to alter your physical activity during the healing process. The Synchrony Medical Group team typically recommends trying conservative treatments before undergoing surgery or other invasive procedures.

Schedule a shoulder pain evaluation at Synchrony Medical Group by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.