Treatment of the shoulder joint

One of the most common diseases of the shoulder joint is a humeroscapular periarthrosis. It implies a multicomponent system of pathological changes in muscles and ligaments. The first sign of periarthrosis is the pain in the shoulder when the arm is withdrawn or behind the back. Other causes of pain in the shoulder joint, including trauma and congenital malformations, are also possible.

Getting rid of shoulder pain often involves symptomatic treatment. The most common( and most effective) physical methods of anesthesia - the application of ice in case of injury to the shoulder ligaments, the imposition of bandages and compresses, rubbing ointments. However, the elimination of symptoms should not exclude the treatment of the original cause of pain. It is obligatory to consult a specialist and conduct a survey.

Treatment of medicamentous and folk

In diseases of the shoulder joint( arthritis, bursitis, arthrosis, etc.) drug treatment usually involves the use of whole groups of painkillers. These are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs( Diclofenac, Indomecin, Pyracetam), hormones( Dexamethasone, Prednisolone) or narcotic analgesics( Promedol, Morphine).The last two groups of drugs are applicable only in severe and especially neglected cases, when the intolerable pain sensations in the shoulder become malignant.

Vinegar compresses will help to get rid of shoulder pain. Apply them better at night, wrapped over a woolen scarf. You can make a healing infusion. To do this, 3 tablespoons of lilac flowers are mixed with 1 tablespoon chopped burdock roots and three pods of hot pepper. Everything is poured with 1 liter of alcohol and left to be infused for three days. Infusion should be rubbed into a sore shoulder.

Ointment on lard is also helpful.100 grams of pork fat melted, then a pod of chopped hot pepper, three teaspoons of herbs and the same amount of St. John's wort are added to it. All is mixed until a homogeneous pulp is formed. With this mixture, rub the diseased shoulder joint every evening until the pain disappears.

Gymnastics for shoulder pain

Simple exercises for the shoulders and neck will allow you to stretch muscles, relieve tiring tension and reduce pain. It must be done carefully, during the period of calming down pains.

1. Slopes sideways. Slowly let the ear to the shoulder and lock for 15 seconds. Accept the starting position. Then slowly tilt your head to the other side. Such stretching exercises are best done in the mornings and evenings.
2. Turns. Carefully turn your head sideways, hold it for 3-6 seconds. Then slowly turn your head the other way. Repeat the delay. Do exercise in the morning and evening.
3. Shoulder movements. Raise and lower your shoulders, then bring them forward and take them back. Lower your chin to your chest, while bending your neck forward. Put your hands on your neck from the side and slowly tilt your head back. Stretch your neck until it touches your shoulders.
4. Neck training. Lying on your back, lift your head slightly by 8-10 cm, fix this position for a second and lower your head to the floor. Repeat the procedure 15 times.

While performing the exercises, beware of sudden movements. It is not recommended for circular warming of the shoulders and neck circular movements with the head. This can damage small joints in the cervical spine. Make sure that the pain does not spread over the hand to the fingers. This already means a degenerative change or even a herniated intervertebral disc.

How to eliminate the pain in the shoulder

Understand the keyboard of your computer. More than 40% of pain in the back and shoulders occur due to the wrong position, sitting at the table. The keyboard should be at such a height that the forearms lie horizontally during operation. Watch the monitor. The correct height of the computer monitor will make it possible to avoid muscle fatigue. The monitor should be in front of the eyes, then the head automatically occupies a comfortable position.

Do not hold the telephone receiver with your ear and shoulder while talking. If you often have a busy hand - use headphones with a microphone. So your shoulders and neck will be in a normal position.

Wear a backpack instead of a bag on one shoulder. Very many shoulders hurt because of bags that create an asymmetric load on the upper part of the trunk. The backpack evenly distributes weight, helping to avoid pain in the shoulders. By following these simple recommendations, you may never encounter the problem of shoulder pain.