Beginner Triathlete - Shoulder Injuries articles

Differentiating between the different causes of rotator cuff-related pain is not important initially, because primary treatment for all of them is the same.

Often I also see an imbalance in the front muscles of the shoulder, such as the pectoralis, and the back muscles, such as the rotator cuff and shoulder blade stabilizers. I would recommend:

Muscle spasms and cramps are a fairly common event associated with increased training. The cramps and spasms are usually harmless and have no long-term problems.

All of my road rash has healed, but my right shoulder is still in a lot of pain. I have started swimming, but only really, really light workouts. Do you have any recommendations on stretches?

I've had shoulder problems since the very beginning of tri training. I did see an ortho who took x-rays and said I have a type II acromioin. I'd love to know some stretches to help my flexibility.

How long before I will notice major improvement? How long in the sling? Should I do any kind of exercise or rehab while in your sling?

Apparently I have tendonitis in my left shoulder and will start PT next week. Are there drills/ strokes that I can do that won't keep my shoulder from healing?

Most swimmers who develop shoulder pain do so because of relative rotator cuff and shoulder blade muscle strength deficiencies.

I get a very bad shoulder pain (left side only) when on the bike for over 45 minutes. The pain seems to be between my shoulder blades but only on the left side.

I was in a bicycle accident that left me with a separated shoulder. I went to an orthopedic who said that it had been too long to do surgery because the ligaments would not repair themselves.

Crashed on your bike? You may have a clavical fracture. Clavicle fractures are the best, and the worst, fractures to have. Find our more in this article.

How to regain enough range of motion to swim freestyle after a shoulder injury or surgery

The anatomy, diagnosis and treatment of swimmer's shoulder.

Does your shoulder hurt? You may have a rotator cuff injury. This article will go through the signs, symptoms and treatment options.

Is it normal to have pain when switching to a tri bike?