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Recently, there has been an increase in the number of people who are experiencing shoulder pain, and it may not just be because of sitting in front of a computer for a long time to work. Because some shoulder pain can be a "warning" of a serious illness, today we will talk in detail about those three shoulder pains that cannot be ignored.
First of all, we are going to talk about shoulder pain due to inflammation or damage to the muscles of the shoulder. Imagine a middle-aged man who often has to lift weights or do some repetitive shoulder exercises because of the needs of his work. At first, I just felt tired in my shoulders, but slowly, the pain became more and more acute, and even accompanied by swelling and heat.
If left untreated, this condition can lead to rotator cuff injuries or more serious shoulder problems. It's like an SOS signal from my shoulder, reminding you: I need rest and treatment!
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Next, let's talk about the relationship between shoulder pain and cervical spondylosis. People with a bad cervical spine, especially those who work with their heads down for a long time, may have shoulder pain caused by this.
Because certain lesions of the cervical spine, such as a herniated disc or cervical bone hyperplasia, can compress the nerves, causing neuralgia, and this pain can be transmitted along the nerves to the shoulder.
This type of shoulder pain usually feels like the pain is radiating down the arm, and sometimes there is a numbness in the arm or fingers. Therefore, in this case, the treatment of the shoulder alone may not be effective, and the cervical spine needs to be treated and adjusted accordingly.
Finally, we want to talk about a more serious condition – shoulder pain caused by heart disease. Especially in older people, if you have pain in your left shoulder and back, it may be a sign of angina.
Heart problems, such as coronary artery disease, can cause insufficient blood supply to the heart, causing pain to be transmitted through the nerves to the shoulder. It is important to take this type of shoulder pain seriously, as it can be a precursor to heart disease.
See, although shoulder pain is common, there are many hidden causes behind it. Each of the pathologies we have mentioned should not be overlooked. When you feel discomfort in your shoulder, the best thing to do is to seek medical attention in time to find out the cause and prescribe the right medicine.
When we talk about shoulder pain, we often focus only on treatment and exercise, ignoring the importance of diet. In fact, through scientific dietary adjustment, you can not only relieve shoulder pain, but also fundamentally improve your physical condition.
Beef is rich in protein, iron, and zinc, which are all essential for maintaining muscle health. Muscle recovery and repair is especially important for people who often experience shoulder pain. Protein helps repair damaged muscle fibers, while iron improves the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood and speeds up the recovery process of damaged tissues.
Imagine a person who works in an office for a long time, and his shoulders are often stiff and painful due to lack of activity. If he is able to consume beef regularly, he will not only replenish the nutrients that his body needs, but also reduce shoulder pain by improving blood circulation.
Then there's the king oyster mushroom, which is a low-calorie and nutrient-dense food rich in B vitamins and minerals. B vitamins are very important for the nervous system and can help relieve shoulder pain caused by nerve compression.
Imagine a driver who often drives long distances and has a constant tension in his shoulders after long drives, and by increasing his intake of Pleurotus eryngii, he may find that the tension and pain in his shoulders are reduced.
Finally, we can't ignore quinoa. Quinoa is known as a "superfood" because it is not only rich in protein but also contains all nine essential amino acids, which are extremely important for muscle recovery. The anti-inflammatory components in quinoa, such as flavonoids and selenium, can also help relieve inflammation in the shoulder.
For example, a worker who has been doing heavy physical work for many years may have frequent pain in his shoulder due to repetitive strain injuries. If he is able to include quinoa in his daily diet, this will not only provide enough nutrients to support muscle recovery, but may also help reduce inflammation and thus relieve pain.
With these specific food choices, we can not only provide the necessary nutrients to support shoulder health, but also improve and relieve shoulder pain to some extent through dietary modifications.
This method is simple, natural, and effective, and is worth trying for people with shoulder pain. In short, the next time you feel discomfort in your shoulder, you might as well start by adjusting your diet, which may have unexpected effects.
Shoulder pain is a problem that does bother many people, but in addition to traditional treatment methods and dietary adjustments, some simple actions in daily life can also effectively relieve this pain.
The first is the leaning motion. This movement can help stretch the muscles between the shoulder blades and is very effective in relieving shoulder tension caused by prolonged immobilization.
Imagine a sedentary office employee who can bend over every hour, bend deeply, and extend his hands as far as he can to the ground for a few seconds. Such simple activities can significantly reduce shoulder pain caused by resting loads.
Next, let's talk about arm lift rotation, an exercise that helps improve the flexibility of the shoulder joint while also strengthening the muscles around the shoulder.
For example, a warehouse worker who often needs to raise his arms can not only prevent shoulder injuries but also relieve shoulder pain caused by repetitive movements if he can regularly perform arm lift rotation exercises.
The third movement is the chest expansion exercise, which is perfect for people who often feel tightness in the shoulders and chest. By shaking hands with your hands crossed behind your back, trying to elevate your hands while pulling back at the same time, you can effectively stretch the pectoralis major and shoulder muscles.
Imagine a long-distance driver who drives long distances, and if he can expand his chest every time he stops for a break, he can not only reduce the pain in his shoulders, but also prevent the tension in his shoulder and chest muscles caused by long drives.
Through these simple daily movements, we can not only effectively relieve shoulder pain, but also enhance the stability and flexibility of the shoulder, preventing future injuries. So, the next time you feel a shoulder discomfort, try these movements, they may bring you unexpected benefits.
What do you think about these types of shoulder pain, or the "alarms" of serious illness? Welcome to discuss in the comment area!
Resources
[1] Li Xiaohong, Application Effect of Active Exercise Combined with Continuous Care in Patients with Frozen Shoulder, Henan Medical Research, 2023-11-28