SHOULDER PAIN
UNDERSTANDING SHOULDER PAIN:
SYMPTOMS, TREATMENTS & MORE
At Nextgen Osteopathy, we understand the impact that shoulder pain can have on your daily activities and overall quality of life. Whether it’s due to injury, overuse, or underlying conditions, shoulder pain can be disruptive and limiting. We’re here to provide comprehensive care to help you find relief and regain mobility in your shoulders.
SYMPTOMS OF SHOULDER PAIN:
CAUSES OF SHOULDER PAIN:
Shoulder pain may present with various symptoms, including:
- Dull Ache: Persistent discomfort in the shoulder joint.
- Sharp Pain: Sudden, intense pain with certain movements or activities.
- Limited Range of Motion: Difficulty raising your arm or reaching behind your back.
- Weakness: Feeling of weakness or instability in the shoulder.
Common causes of shoulder pain include:
- Rotator Cuff Injuries: Tears or strains in the muscles and tendons surrounding the shoulder joint.
- Frozen Shoulder: Stiffness and restricted movement due to inflammation and scarring of the shoulder capsule.
- Shoulder Impingement: Compression of the tendons and bursa in the shoulder joint.
- Arthritis: Degenerative changes in the shoulder joint.
- Tendonitis: Inflammation of the tendons due to overuse or repetitive movements.
TREATMENT OPTIONS:
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH:
At Nextgen Osteopathy, we offer personalised treatment options to address shoulder pain effectively:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT): Hands-on techniques to improve shoulder joint mobility, relieve muscle tension, and reduce pain.
- Exercise Therapy: Customised stretching and strengthening exercises to improve shoulder stability and range of motion.
- Manual Therapy: Targeted massage techniques to alleviate muscle tightness and improve circulation in the shoulder area.
- Postural Correction: Education on proper ergonomics and posture to prevent further strain on the shoulders.
- Modalities: Heat therapy, cold therapy, or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and inflammation in the shoulder.
Don’t let shoulder pain limit your activities. Contact Nextgen Osteopathy today to schedule a consultation and let us help you find relief and regain mobility in your shoulders.
