Shoulder Pain Blog

Written By: Chloe Wilson BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Reviewed By: SPE Medical Review Board

The Shoulder Pain Blog is my mini-journal about ankle, toe and foot pain. It lets you know about:

1) New web pages on shoulder-pain-explained.com
2) New videos added to shoulder-pain-explained.com
3) New product reviews added
4) Recommended products on sale
5) New articles of interest relating to shoulder pain

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Ganglion Cyst Wrist Lump: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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A ganglion cyst wrist is the most common cause of wrist lumps. These harmless lumps are often painless but as they grown may cause problems and need treatment.

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Bump Or Lump On Wrist: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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A lump on the wrist is a common problem. The most common cause of wrist lumps is a ganglion cyst. Other causes include bone growth or tumors (often benign)

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Wrist Fracture: Types, Symptoms & Treatment For Broken Wrist Pain

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A wrist fracture is a common injury usually caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand. Find out about the different types of broken wrist e.g. Colles fractures

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Scaphoid Fracture Of The Wrist: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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A scaphoid fracture is a common wrist injury causing pain on the outer wrist below the thumb. Find out about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment options

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TFCC Tear: Symptoms & Treatment of Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex

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A TFCC tear is a common injury causing pain on the pinky side of the wrist. Find out about Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex injuries including causes & treatment

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Central Wrist Pain: Diagnosis By Location

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Central wrist pain may be caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand, repetitive overuse or nerve compression. Find out about common causes of middle wrist pain

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Radial Wrist Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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Radial wrist pain causes pain on the outer (thumb) side of the wrist. Find out about common causes of outer wrist pain including wrist fractures & De Quervains

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Ulnar Wrist Pain: Causes & Treatment Of Inner Wrist Pain

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Ulnar wrist pain is a common problem causing pain on the pinky side of the wrist. Common causes include falls, repetitive use, medical conditions & ergonomics

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Wrist Pain Chart: Diagnosis By Location

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Our wrist pain chart helps you work out what is causing your wrist pain by location. Includes inner, outer & central wrist pain on front and back of the wrist.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Wrist): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition causing wrist pain and tingling and numbness in the hand. Find out about CTS causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment

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Colles Fracture (Wrist): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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A colles fracture is a common wrist injury typically caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand (FOOSH). Find out about the causes, symptoms & treatment options

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Barton Fracture Wrist: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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A Barton fracture is a type of wrist injury where there is a fracture and dislocation of the distal radius. Common causes include falls and sporting injuries.

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Upper Arm Pain: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

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Upper arm pain may be caused by a problem in the soft tissues or bone, or indicate a heart or neural problem. Find out what causes pain in the upper arm

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Trapezius Pain: Causes & Treatment - Shoulder Pain Explained

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Trapezius pain is a common problem caused by tightness, poor posture, muscle spasms, trigger points and stress. Find out the best ways to treat trapezius pain.

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Normal Shoulder Range Of Motion & How To Improve

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Normal shoulder range of motion varies on the direction of movement. Find out about normal active and functional shoulder range of movement & how to increase it

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Page Last Updated: March 20th, 2025
Next Review Due: March 20th, 2027