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Preventing Shoulder Injuries and Pain: Essential Tips for Daily Living

A comprehensive guide to shoulder health and injury prevention

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Last updated: Mar 24, 2025

Understanding Your Shoulders

  • Complex joint with extensive range of motion
  • Vulnerable to injury and overuse
  • Critical for daily activities

Common Risk Factors

  • Poor posture
  • Repetitive overhead movements
  • Improper exercise technique
  • Extended computer use
  • Heavy lifting

Prevention Strategies

1. Proper Posture

  • Keep shoulders back and down
  • Maintain neutral spine alignment
  • Avoid prolonged forward head position

2. Workplace Ergonomics

  • Monitor at eye level
  • Keyboard and mouse at proper height
  • Regular breaks every 30-60 minutes

3. Exercise Guidelines

  • Warm-up properly
    • Light arm circles
    • Shoulder blade squeezes
    • Gentle stretches
  • Strengthening exercises
    • Rotator cuff exercises
    • Scapular stabilization
    • Core strengthening

4. Daily Habits

  • Avoid sleeping on affected shoulder
  • Use proper lifting techniques
  • Maintain healthy weight

Warning Signs

  • Persistent pain
  • Limited range of motion
  • Clicking or popping sounds
  • Weakness in the arm

When to Seek Medical Care

  • Pain lasting more than a few days
  • Inability to perform daily activities
  • Signs of infection or inflammation
  • After any acute injury

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