Common Causes Of Triceps Pain Linked To Shoulder Dysfunction
It is a common frustration: you feel a sharp or aching pain in the triceps, yet your arm workouts haven't changed. Often, the culprit isn't the triceps muscle itself, but rather a hidden issue within the shoulder complex. Because the long head of the triceps attaches directly to the scapula (shoulder blade), the arm and shoulder are mechanically "linked." When the shoulder fails to function correctly, the triceps often pays the price. This article explores why your arm pain might actually be a shoulder problem and how Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy can provide a lasting solution. The Anatomical Connection The triceps brachii is a three-headed muscle. While two heads originate on the humerus (upper arm bone), the long head crosses the shoulder joint and attaches to the infraglenoid tubercle of the scapula. This unique anatomy means that the triceps is not just an elbow extensor; it also helps stabilize the shoulder. If the shoulder joint is unstable or the rotator cuff...