Question

a 45 - year - old office worker presents with worsening shoulder pain exacerbated by overhead activities. on examination, there is tenderness over the anterior and lateral aspects of the shoulder. x - ray imaging reveals no bony abnormalities. what is the most likely diagnosis?
a shoulder impingement syndrome
b frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
c glenohumeral instability
d shoulder dislocation
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Explanation:

Shoulder impingement syndrome is common in office workers with overhead activity - related shoulder pain. Tenderness over anterior and lateral shoulder is a key sign. X - ray shows no bony issues (which is typical for impingement as it's soft - tissue related). Frozen shoulder has more stiffness and limited range of motion. Glenohumeral instability would likely have a history of dislocation or instability sensations. Shoulder dislocation is a more acute and obvious traumatic event with deformity etc.

Answer:

A. Shoulder impingement syndrome