Arthritis Pain of the Shoulder
Abstract The shoulder joint is susceptible to the development of arthritis from various conditions that cause damage to the joint cartilage. Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of shoulder pain…
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Abstract Thoracic outlet syndrome consists of a constellation of signs and symptoms, including paresthesias and aching pain of the neck, shoulder, and arm. The cause is thought to be compression…
Pancoast’s Tumor Syndrome
Abstract Pancoast’s tumor syndrome is the result of local growth of tumor from the apex of the lung directly into the brachial plexus. Such tumors usually involve the first and…
Brachial Plexopathy
Abstract Brachial plexopathy is a constellation of symptoms consisting of neurogenic pain and associated weakness that radiates from the shoulder into the supraclavicular region and upper extremity. There are many…
Cervicothoracic Interspinous Bursitis
Abstract The pain with cervicothoracic interspinous busritis is localized to the interspinous region between C7 and T1 and does not radiate. It is constant, dull, and aching. The patient may…
Retropharyngeal Abscess
Abstract The patient suffering from retropharyngeal abscess initially presents with sore throat, neck pain, and painful and difficult swallowing. This pain becomes more intense and localized as the abscess increases…
Longus Colli Tendinitis
Abstract The tendons of the longus colli muscle are prone to the development of tendinitis. Longus colli tendinitis is usually caused either by repetitive trauma to the musculotendinous apparatus or…
Cervical Strain
Abstract Acute cervical strain is a constellation of symptoms consisting of nonradicular neck pain that radiates in a nondermatomal pattern into the shoulders and interscapular region; headache often accompanies these…
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Abstract Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction (also known as myofascial pain dysfunction of the muscles of mastication) is characterized by pain in the joint itself that radiates into the mandible, ear,…
Cervical Radiculopathy
Abstract Cervical radiculopathy is a constellation of symptoms consisting of neurogenic neck and upper extremity pain emanating from the cervical nerve roots. In addition to pain, the patient may experience…
