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The shoulder joint is made up of four joints that work together for movement and stability. The rotator cuff, which includes four muscles, is essential for shoulder movement and stability.
Because so many structures make up the shoulder, it is vulnerable to many different problems and injuries. This article explains some of the common causes of shoulder pain and describes some general treatment options.
Your shoulders can be affected by injuries such as sprains, strains and rotator cuff tear. Learn how to treat and prevent shoulder pain and injury.
Although the shoulder is the most movable joint in the body, it is also an unstable joint because of its range-of-motion. Because the ball of the upper arm is larger than the socket of the shoulder, it is susceptible to injury.