What is the shoulder joint, and how does it contribute to arm movement? - #14793
I’ve been having some discomfort in my shoulder joint, and I’m trying to understand how it works and why it’s causing pain. I know it’s one of the most mobile joints in the body, but what makes the shoulder joint so flexible and susceptible to injury? What is the shoulder joint, and how does it enable arm movement in various directions? I know the ball-and-socket structure allows for wide range of motion—how does this structure function with ligaments, tendons, and muscles to allow the shoulder to move so freely? I also want to know how the shoulder joint can get injured. Are there common conditions like rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, or dislocations that cause pain or limited mobility? How can you prevent injuries, and what treatments or exercises can help strengthen the shoulder joint? If anyone has had shoulder pain or injuries, how did it affect your mobility, and what treatments helped? Did physical therapy or medication provide relief, or was surgery required?
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