Category — Injuries

If you’ve ever played baseball or football, odds are you’ve experienced shoulder pain at some point. How you deal with and treat that pain ultimately determines how quickly you can get back on the field.

Men’s Health provides some good tips and treatment suggestions for shoulder pain and impingement. They focus on developing flexibility in the area and treating it with rest and anti-inflammatory medications. Also, mild to moderate weight training in the area can help in developing strength.

Remember, all of us love to play recreational sports, however you have treat yourself just as a professional athlete would — you have to take care of your body and the areas that you put stress on when you compete. If you do that, your body will thank you and you’ll be able to participate in the sports you love for many years.