Understanding Loose Bodies In The Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment Options
A “loose body in shoulder” refers to a displaced fragment of bone or cartilage within the shoulder joint, causing pain, stiffness, locking, and reduced range of motion. Trauma, osteochondritis dissecans, and synovial osteochondromatosis are common causes. Diagnosis involves physical examination, symptom history, and imaging tests. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, and surgery (arthroscopic or…