SHOULDER PAIN ADELAIDE

Shoulder injuries may occur in several different ways.

Shoulder pain may come from inside the shoulder joint or from any of any one of the surrounding muscles, ligaments or tendons.

Injuries to the shoulder can be caused from an acute or repetitive trauma, poor biomechanics, or inflammation.

Many causes of shoulder pain can fall into the following categories:

• Tendon inflammation (bursitis or tendinitis) or tendon tear

• Instability

• Arthritis

• Fracture (broken bone)

The problem is once your shoulder is strained,  it often goes into protective mode. 

This is where the upper traps and neck/shoulder muscles simultaneously get tight, whilst the inner stabilisers tend to switch off. 

This muscle imbalance can be difficult to overcome on your own and possibly become chronic but there is definitely something you can do.

Our unique approach will have you feeling better right from day one with a combination of expert assessment and effective hands-on treatment. 

Who we work with:

We don't work with just anyone with shoulder pain, but if you have the following symptoms there is a high chance we can help you:

• You're over 30 and getting nagging deep shoulder pain that's stopping you from doing what you love

• You find your shoulder getting achy and stiff while sitting at a computer

• You're getting shoulder pain at night that disrupts your sleep

• You have trouble lifting your arm due to pain

• You are getting shoulder pain while driving

• You are getting frequent headaches

• You get shoulder pain when you are swimming, surfing or lifting weights (Cross fit, F45 etc)

How we help you:

1. Perform a comprehensive, holistic Initial Assessment, give you an accurate diagnosis and identify relevant contributing factors

2. Bring rapid relief through the use of innovative manual therapy techniques (that don't involve medication or surgery)

3. Educate and empower you to keep your shoulders healthy in the long run, setting you up with a personalised home

Avoid surgery

Some recent research has demonstrated that 75 per cent of people with rotator tears can avoid surgery by following a physiotherapy program (Kuel al. 2013).

The protocol involved a 12 week individualized physiotherapy treatment plan with a progressive home exercise program. 

The three-stage structured program was designed to:

• decrease inflammation

• improve range of motion

• optimise muscle strength

Reference: Effectiveness of physical therapy in treating atraumatic full-thickness rotator cuff tears: a multicenter prospective cohort study.

Diagnoses We Treat:

Rotator Cuff Tendonitis/Bursitis
Labral tears
Arthritis
AC joint Sprains/Strains
Calcific tendinitis
Frozen shoulder

Bookings:

If you think we are the right fit for you and you wish to get relief right away, use our simple online booking system to make an appointment. 

If you would prefer to speak to us directly,  call us 1300 657 813

 Book your Initial Assessment now to start your healing journey & get back to doing what you love.

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