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Lifting luggage into and out of the overhead compartment in an airplane several days ago is the only trigger I can think of that caused excruciating latent pain to my right shoulder. Latent because nothing seemed amiss until two days later. It is now a week later and it seems to be getting worse. Doctor prescribed Motrin on 8 hour schedule and Tylenol as needed in between, with ice often. Been unable to stay asleep for longer than 4-5 hours per night. Hoping that imaging will guide next steps.

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That definitely sounds like a rotator cuff tear. The fact that you cannot sleep is a big indicator. Go to an orthopedic shoulder doctor as soon as you can. I had a complete tear, bicep tear, and labrum tear. It became worse and worse until it was completely torn. The operation is painful but so worth it. 3-4 months of committed physical therapy and my shoulder is 100%. Use a power recliner as for the first week I slept in it. And I rented an ice machine for shoulder for a week helped.