FACT: Over 30% of adults in Australia experience shoulder pain, with rotator cuff tears being a primary cause.
FACT: In Australia, shoulder injuries make up around 12% of all musculoskeletal conditions presented in GP practices.
FACT: Physiotherapy-led rehabilitation can reduce shoulder injury recovery time by up to 30%
As a general practitioner, effectively diagnosing and managing shoulder pain requires a systematic approach to identify the underlying cause and determine your patient’s most appropriate treatment plan.
