Shoulder pain causes include:

  1. Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis)
  2. Brachial plexus injury
  3. Broken arm
  4. Broken collarbone
  5. Bursitis
  6. Cervical radiculopathy
  7. Dislocated shoulder
  8. Frozen shoulder
  9. Heart attack
  10. Impingement
  11. Osteoarthritis
  12. Polymyalgia rheumatica
  13. Rheumatoid arthritis
  14. Rotator cuff injury
  15. Septic arthritis
  16. Sprains
  17. Tendinitis
  18. Tendon rupture
  19. Thoracic outlet syndrome
  20. Torn cartilage

Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom. Work with your doctor or other health care professional for an accurate diagnosis.

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May 20, 2021