The shoulder joint is made up of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone). Injury to these bones and their surrounding ligaments and muscles is most often sustained during sports with repetitive overhead motions such as pitching in baseball or many swimming strokes.
Getting an accurate diagnosis of a clavicle fracture will often require a physical examination and diagnostic testing, performed by a medical professional.
The shoulder is an intricate ball-and-socket joint that comprises 4 separate joints. Various types of injuries and degenerative conditions can cause the shoulder to become painful.
Nonsurgical options, such as rest, physical therapy, and over-the-counter pain relievers, are typically recommended first for most cases of shoulder impingement.