Vijay Rao Vijay Rao Asked 7 months ago

How to diagnose shoulder pain?

I've been having persistent pain in my shoulder, especially when lifting my arm, for a few weeks now. It's really bothering me. How do doctors typically diagnose the cause of shoulder pain?

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Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Haan, shoulder pain can be due to a muscle tear or even frozen shoulder, na. You should consult an orthopedic doctor who will check your arm movement and probably ask for an X-ray.

Vikram Sen Vikram Sen Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I went to a reputable hospital for my shoulder pain and the orthopedist did a thorough physical examination followed by an MRI. Be very clear with your doctor about when the pain started and what movements trigger it.

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Sneha Fernandes Sneha Fernandes Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Don't sit and guess if it's a sprain or a ligament issue. Book an appointment with a physiotherapist or orthopedic specialist to get a proper clinical diagnosis and start therapy.

Meera Bai Meera Bai Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Stay positive and give your body some rest. Please consult a kind doctor to find out the exact cause of the pain and guide your healing journey.

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Ramesh Rao Ramesh Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Applying random pain relief balms or doing exercises you saw on YouTube can worsen a shoulder tear. Go to a qualified doctor and get a proper diagnosis through physical exams and imaging.

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