I have shoulder pain. Feel like one shoulder is up and other one is down.

Question

Uneven shoulders could indicate many different things. From scoliosis to a leg length discrepency. Although, in most situations it is indicative of simply a muscle imbalance in the upper extremities. Causes might be as you sleep on that side, or possibly because they carry a heavy bag or purse or talk on the phone by leaning the head down to that shoulder. Maybe start to sleep on your back or alteast rotate sides, get a smaller purse or bag and get a bluetooth or a hands free device to talk on the phone. Once you have made the lifestyle change which is contributing to the problem, then you can begin a series of stretching and strengthening exercises to help correct the problem. Consult an orthopedic and physiotherapist for the same.

Nazima · Accepted Answer

Uneven shoulders could indicate many different things. From scoliosis to a leg length discrepency. Although, in most situations it is indicative of simply a muscle imbalance in the upper extremities. Causes might be as you sleep on that side, or possibly because they carry a heavy bag or purse or talk on the phone by leaning the head down to that shoulder. Maybe start to sleep on your back or alteast rotate sides, get a smaller purse or bag and get a bluetooth or a hands free device to talk on the phone. Once you have made the lifestyle change which is contributing to the problem, then you can begin a series of stretching and strengthening exercises to help correct the problem. Consult an orthopedic and physiotherapist for the same.