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Shoulder pain
My right shoulder is in pain for a month as i was playing overhead shot in badminton and its paining while i move my hand above my head or try to touch my back as i think its my rotator cuff is hurt its been a month what should I do
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I would suggest you to go for an orthopaedic opinion as your pain is persistent since a month. You need to go for the diagnostic tools for better understanding of the condition and then follows the physiotherapy.
In the meantime, do avoid lifting heavy weights and aggravating positions.
For pain relief,you can go for ice packs .
Thank you.
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Dealing with shoulder pain, especially when it limits your range of motion, can be frustrating. Here are some steps you can take:
Rest: Avoid activities that aggravate the pain, especially overhead movements like badminton shots. Give your shoulder time to rest and heal.
Ice: Apply ice to your shoulder for 15-20 minutes, several times a day, especially after activities that cause pain. This can help reduce inflammation and numb the area.
Pain Relief: Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. Follow the dosage instructions on the package.
Avoid Overhead Activities: Refrain from any activities that involve reaching overhead or behind your back until the pain subsides. This includes sports like badminton or lifting heavy objects.
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Please describe the pain in detail. Except overhead movements, any other movement feels painful? Does it limit your activity of daily living? Is the pain constant or only on play.
It would be better to take an online consultation to ensure proper diagnosis
Next Steps
Perform shoulder isometrics
Scapula stabilisation exercises
After exercises apply cold pack
Health Tips
Avoid lying on that side
Discontinue playing for two weeks
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Hey there! Please visit a good physiotherapist.
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Consult in person with nearby physiotherapist as its a month long pain, it needs to be assessed properly to get proper treatment.
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Get yourself a proper assement done by a expert to understand the extent of injury and the structure that is involved.
A proper diagnosis surely will help you to go safely ahead on the rehab journey.
Next Steps
Visit the best in class physiotherapist for the complete detailed assesment.
Health Tips
avoid overhead activities.
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Looks like you have strained your shoulder muscles while playing , might be a twist happend or it cud be cause of over use of shoulder joint & surrounding muscle
Now as its already a month so u have crossed acute phase & now u r in sub acute phase so now give it a rest , avoid painfull movements ( overhead activities )& next apply Hot pack to surrounding shoulder joint , it helps relaxing the muscles
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one's its little better with rest & Hotpack the next most important phase of rehabilitation comes where u need to do gentle shoulder isometric exercises.... This will improve your condition to the max.
Health Tips
good amount of rest
avoid over head activities
hot pack
exercises after pain becomes better
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Dr. Steephan John (PT)
Physiotherapist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
kindly get a proper assessment and treatment from a nearby physiotherapist
start a proper rehabilitation
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Dr. Vidhya (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Thank you for contacting us  Prior to anything else, please visit the nearby  physiotherapy centre. You have overused your shoulder, which has caused the rotator cuff, a nearby muscle, to become tight. This will limit your range of motion and impair your flexibility. so you ill getting the pain even touching the back and moving  hand  overhead. kindlyPlease go to the physiotherapy clinic in your area as soon as possible to address the problem.
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For more details contact Elysiann health and wellness,indranagar,bangalore
Health Tips
apply heat pad for 10-15 mins. it will make your muscle relax
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Dr. Priyanka Kumbhare (PT)
Physiotherapist
6 yrs exp
Pune
Hello
Visit a nearby physiotherapist
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Dr. Sumesh Ashokan (PT)
Physiotherapist
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Rather than assuming your injury , consult the experts to understand the actual source of pain. There is no hard and fast rule that u should have visible structural damage to cause the pain it can be also due to biomechanical factors. Consult the experts to identify the structural involved and its severity. And also address the possible biomechanical contributing factors that lead to injury. Because playing badminton is a complex movement which requires high level attention to return to sports.
Next Steps
consult the experts
Health Tips
avoid over head activities and playing badminton till you get clearance from experts.
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Dr. Avijit Das (PT)
Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
4 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hi you need an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
Next Steps
Maybe rotator cuff strain.
Health Tips
Stop playing badminton.
Rest.
Postural care.
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Jammu
Please consult online for proper assessment.you may require electro therapy as well.
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