This page gives an overview for the orthopaedic trainee of the common conditions that are discussed in the FRCS Ortho Examinations.

The section is divided into

Anatomy of the Shoulder
The Painful Shoulder
The Stiff Shoulder
The Unstable Shoulder

There will be some overlap of symptoms but the diagnoses usually are typically in one of the three category of either a painful but not stiff, or stiff or an unstable shoulder. The discussions are supported by appropriate references which can serve as further reading for those that need more information.