Little League Shoulder: Arm Pain in Young Throwers
Little League shoulder is a growth plate stress injury in young throwers. Treatment is usually about 3 months without throwing, then a graded return.
Work & Sport
Neck, shoulder and upper back problems by sport and by job.
Rowing, Kayaking and Paddleboarding: Shoulder and Back Pain
Rowing, kayaking and paddleboarding load the shoulders, upper back and ribs. Rib stress fracture, impingement and upper back strain explained.
Boxing and Martial Arts: Shoulder and Neck Injuries
Boxing and striking arts load the shoulder through punch volume and the neck through the guard and blows. Common injuries, warning signs and red flags.
Neck and Shoulder Pain in Dentists and Dental Hygienists
Dentists’ and hygienists’ neck and shoulder pain usually comes from long periods of neck bending and raised arms. Set-up, breaks and warning signs.
Torn Pec Muscle: Chest and Front of Shoulder Injury
A torn pec usually happens during a heavy bench press, with a pop, bruising and a changed chest shape. A complete tear should be assessed early.
Neck and Shoulder Pain in Musicians
Musicians’ neck and shoulder pain usually comes from long, fixed playing positions and sudden jumps in practice time. Common patterns by instrument.
BJJ and Grappling Neck and Shoulder Injuries
Grappling loads the neck and shoulders hard. Neck strains often settle in 3 to 6 weeks; nerve, joint and tendon injuries take longer.
Cycling Neck and Shoulder Pain: Causes and Bike Setup
Neck pain from cycling usually comes from holding the head tipped back to see the road. Most eases in 2 to 6 weeks with bike setup changes.
Volleyball Shoulder Pain: Spiking and Serving
Volleyball shoulder pain usually comes from spiking and serving. Many cases settle in 6 to 12 weeks with fewer full swings and strength work.
Neck and Shoulder Pain in Hairdressers and Barbers
Hairdresser shoulder pain usually comes from hours with the arms raised and the neck tilted. Common problems, early signs and chair and position changes.