Why do I have shoulder pain when throwing a ball?”
“Why do I have shoulder pain when throwing a ball?”Answer: Dear Doctor, I am a 48 year old man who has been having shoulder pain for a few years now. The symptoms come and go, but generally do not bother me too much. However, whenever I try to throw a football or play softball, the pain is significant. If I go ahead and play, I pay for it over the next several days. What is causing my symptoms? Shoulder pain with throwing Thanks for asking–this is a very common problem, especially in your age group. Patients in their 40s and 50s are often quite active in sports and recreation, but their body is more vulnerable to these aches and pains! Shoulder pain with throwing can have several causes, but the most common for your age group is shoulder bursitis or rotator cuff tendonitis. Shoulder bursitis is often irritated by “overhead activities,” meaning activities that require you to have your arm up above your head, suc
