Shoulder Pain That Won't Go Away? Here Are Some Common Causes

Shoulder pain is incredibly common and can affect everything from sleep and exercise to simple day-to-day movement.

At The Family Doctor Group, we regularly assess patients with persistent shoulder discomfort using clinical examination and ultrasound imaging.

Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

• Rotator cuff tendinopathy
• Shoulder impingement
• Calcific tendinitis
• Frozen shoulder
• Arthritis

When Should You Seek Medical Advice?

You should consider assessment if:

• Pain persists for more than a few weeks
• You struggle to sleep on the shoulder
• Movement becomes restricted
• Pain affects work or exercise
• You notice weakness or swelling

How FDG Can Help

Our shoulder pain pathway may include:

• GP assessment
• Ultrasound imaging
• Physiotherapy support
• Injection therapy where appropriate
• Referral to our partner orthopaedic specialists team

Most shoulder problems settle with guided rehabilitation — our physiotherapy team in Esher treats frozen shoulder, rotator cuff injuries and post-operative recovery alongside your GP.

We focus on clear explanations, rapid access and practical treatment plans.