What Is Weightlifter's Shoulder?

Weightlifter's Shoulder is a term used to classify painful wear and tear of the distal end of the collar bone and is an overuse injury that can cause small fractures along the end of the collar bone.

How do you heal a weightlifter's shoulder?

If it's determined you have weightlifter's shoulder, stop lifting immediately to give the joint time to rest. Icing the joint and taking anti-inflammatory medications reduces discomfort and swelling. Your doctor may also suggest corticosteroid injections.

Does weightlifter's shoulder go away?

Weightlifter's shoulder is a self-limiting condition, meaning that it usually gets better over time. If you choose to do nothing for your weightlifter's shoulder, your symptoms should go away in about two years.