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Possible Rotator cuff or AC joint tear?
I am a avid bodybuilder and was doing shoulder dumbbell presses above my head. Heavy set on the last rep my arm formed an exact right angle and as I was trying to push the weight up my muscles gave out and the weight fell pulling my right angled arm backwards. I dropped the weight immediately but heard a pop and crackle. My arm had a little numbness and then felt fine. Today it is sore with some achy pain coming from the top/in front. I sometimes still feel some crackling/popping.
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Get x-rays done to rule out a acromion clavicular subluxation or dislocation.
There may also be a rotator cuff tear or clavicular end fracture.
Next Steps
Get x-rays done and share.
Apply ice packs locally in mean time.
Medications like Enzomac and Tendocare will relieve pain and swelling.
Immobilise shoulder till x-rays done.
Health Tips
Do not use injured shoulder.
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Dr. Gautam JK Tawari
Sports Medicine Surgeon
22 yrs exp
Mumbai
if u r body builder. unlikely to have a cuff tear. but possible. see an arthroscopic shoulder surgeon or a sports specialist asap.
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