Shoulder Pain

Eliminate Shoulder Pain and Restore Your Strength

Understanding Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is a common issue that can significantly affect your ability to perform daily activities. Your shoulder is a complex joint that allows for a wide range of motion, making it vulnerable to injuries and conditions that can cause pain and limit movement. Structures in the shoulder such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, and the shoulder joint itself can all be sources of pain.

Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

Rotator Cuff Injuries: The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. Injuries to the rotator cuff, such as tears or tendinitis, can cause significant pain and limit your shoulder’s range of motion.

Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): Frozen shoulder is a condition characterized by stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint. It typically develops gradually and can severely restrict movement, making everyday tasks difficult.

Shoulder Impingement: Shoulder impingement occurs when the shoulder blade puts pressure on the rotator cuff tendons, causing pain and inflammation. This condition is often caused by repetitive overhead movements.

Arthritis: Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can affect the shoulder joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Arthritis in the shoulder is often due to the wear and tear of cartilage.

Bursitis: Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that cushion the shoulder joint. This condition can cause pain and tenderness, especially when moving the shoulder.

Dislocated Shoulder: A dislocated shoulder occurs when the upper arm bone pops out of the shoulder socket. This injury causes intense pain and swelling and requires immediate medical attention.

Tendinitis: Tendinitis is the inflammation of the tendons in the shoulder, often caused by repetitive motion or overuse. This condition can lead to pain and difficulty moving the shoulder.

Comprehensive Care for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can be debilitating, but our experienced physiotherapists and athletic therapists at PhysiGO Services are here to help. We use evidence-based treatments to determine the underlying causes of your shoulder pain and develop a personalized treatment plan to address them.

Our team is skilled in treating various causes of shoulder pain, including rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, shoulder impingement, arthritis, bursitis, dislocations, and tendinitis. Our goal is to reduce your pain, improve your mobility, and prevent future episodes of shoulder pain.

If you’re struggling with shoulder pain, we are here to help. Contact PhysiGO Services today to schedule an appointment.

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