What causes shoulder pain? This site provides information on conditions that may cause a painful shoulder. Treatment options ranging from nonoperative management to shoulder surgery are addressed. Topics include:

• the acromioclavicular joint (AC joint)
• arthritis and shoulder replacement surgery
• arthroscopic shoulder surgery
• frequently asked questions
• shoulder injury, fractures and dislocations
• frozen shoulder
• impingement
• interactive shoulder model
• physical therapy
• rotator cuff tear
• shoulder anatomy
• shoulder instability
• shoulder terminology

The information on this site is written by orthopaedic surgeons and physical therapists who have specialized training in treatment of shoulder disorders.