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A member asked:

If i move my shoulder a certain way it hurts at the rotator cuff. what could be wrong?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Several things: You need to be thoroughly evaluated by your doctor. Only then can you find out what's going on and what can be done for you.

Dr Agrawal agreed

Answered 3/20/2013

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Diagnosis?: Shoulder pain can have multiple causes so have a detailed evaluation. Learn more here: http://theshouldercenter.Com/shoulder-pain.Htm.

Answered 3/20/2013

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