Shoulder Bone Spur
What Is a Shoulder Bone Spur?
A shoulder bone spur is a gaunt growth that fleshes on the edge of the bone within the shoulder joint. Also known as an osteophyte, a bone spur may go undiagnosed for years, but upon discovery, treatment may include anti-inflammatory and pain medications, and, in some cases, surgery. The formation of a shoulder bone spur generally results from either the presence of osteoarthritis in the shoulder joint or persistent stress to the joint as associated with repetitive movements.
Resulting from the body’s knowledge to sufficiently pay for the loss of cartilage, calcium collection leads to the formation of compensatory bone known as a bone spur. Bone spurs are conceived to be the body’s way of reinforcing and protecting worn joints to prevent price, but they can sometimes cause inflammation, swelling, and pain. The shoulder pain associated with a bone spur does not originate from the spur itself, but the irritation and inflammation the spur causes.
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