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Many people suffer from shoulder pain and there are many common causes of this condition, such as bursitis or tendonitis of the rotator cuff, frozen shoulder, arthritis, calcium deposits within the tendons, rotator cuff tear, and fibromyalgia, especially if accompanied by fatigue. Regardless of the cause, when in pain most people just want it to go away, and treatments are available to restore function and relieve the pain.

A few of the pain relief strategies involve nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain medication--NSAIDS--or other anti-inflammatory medication. Heat pads and ice packs can help and both can be tried to determine which one works the best. Rest is important, but it should be active rest, meaning the shoulder should be moved, but gently, with no heavy lifting or strenuous activity. Exercises to stretch the tendons and muscles are helpful, as almost all stretching is good, so long as no strain is involved.

When to Contact the Doctor

For most people, shoulder pain will eventually resolve itself with the self-help previously mentioned, including rest and over-the-counter medication. However, shoulder pain that persists for more than a few days, or gets progressively worse should be evaluated by a doctor to determine if physical therapy, prescription medication or other medical intervention may be needed. If medication is prescribed by a doctor, it should be taken exactly as directed.

In the case of shoulder pain that also involves inability to use the arm or carry objects, occurs during the night or wakes the person, is painful while resting, is hot to the touch or is accompanied by fever or redness, a physician should be contacted. Other reasons to call the doctor are the inability to raise the arm, bruising or swelling around the arm or shoulder joint, or any other unusual symptoms. Any pain that is accompanied by fever or nausea should be evaluated by a medical professional without delay.