Shoulder problems
How Are Shoulder Problems Diagnosed?
Following are some of the ways doctors diagnose shoulder problems:
x ray
arthrogram
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
Medical history
Physical examination to feel for injury and discover the limits of movement, location of pain, and extent of joint instability.
Tests to confirm the diagnosis of certain conditions. Some of these tests include:
Shoulder problems develop from every day wear and tear, overuse, or an injury. They can also be caused by the natural process of aging.