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Shoulder Weakness

Injury or infection to the arm; muscle loss, such as certain muscular illnesses or lack of usage; nerve injury or compression at the spinal column; or specific inherited problems are also common reasons for shoulder weakness. Shoulder weakness can be treated by addressing the underlying cause and focusing on muscle-strengthening activities.

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I am experiencing pain and weakness in my shoulder after an injury. What could it be?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a sportsman, and I got this injury four months back while playing badminton. Afterward, I felt some weakening and pain in my shoulder. I have minor pain while doing overhead activities like balling, throwing, badminton, smashing, and all other daily activities. I am currently doin...  Read Full »


Sreenivasa Rao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I think you have shoulder impingement and should treat it before exercising, as the problem is weakness followed by stiffness and spasm, causing further impingement. Get your rotator cuff muscles treated first, and then exercise properly. It...  Read Full »

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