Management of Shoulder Pain in Primary Care: A Review

This review aims to provide an evidence-based update on the diagnosis and management of shoulder pain in primary care, addressing the question of how to effectively manage this common condition. The authors emphasize that most shoulder pain cases are nontraumatic and can be managed with supportive care, education, and watchful waiting, while highlighting the importance of excluding serious underlying conditions before initiating treatment. They conclude that early imaging and surgical interventions are often unnecessary, as most patients recover with minimal intervention.