Pain is a common symptom for almost all shoulder problems. In our experience, most middle aged people who have pain have problems with their rotator cuff . The pain is often a dull aching pain, which is worsened with activity. Sleeping on the shoulder at night is another position that causes pain in people with rotator cuff problems . This is especially true if the person has had a previous history of severe trauma to the shoulder.
Weakness is another common problem for people who have rotator cuff problems .
Sometimes weakness is just secondary to pain, other times it is because the rotator cuff muscle has begun to tear. The weakness is usually worst when trying to lift the arm over your head. Popping or Clicking in the shoulder can be related to many causes. Sometimes it is caused by a cartilage tear or rotator cuff tear that is rubbing within the joint. Other times, it can be due to subtle instability - that is, the shoulder is coming in and out of socket.