Shoulder pain cases: Making sense of scans and symptoms

Expert/s: Dr Sushil Pant
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In this episode, Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Sushil Pant and Dr David Lim explore real-world cases of shoulder pain in general practice that will help inform whether you reassure, inject, rehabilitate or refer:

  • Case-based approach to shoulder pain, from older patients to young athletes
  • Practical guidance on what imaging to order and when
  • High-yield red flags and referral timing for traumatic rotator cuff tears, post-dislocation weakness, and suspected subscapularis tears
  • Clear framework to differentiate rotator cuff pathology from adhesive capsulitis
  • Practical rehab tips focused on scapular stabilisation and upper back strengthening

 

Experts: Dr Sushil Pant, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Host: Dr David Lim, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 55 mins

 

Last Updated: 31 Mar, 2026

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