Shoulder Pain relief is closer than you think at Perfect Balance Physiotherapy!
Many people don't realize just how much they rely on their shoulders each day until an injury occurs. From everyday activities like dressing and cooking to more demanding tasks such as lifting and playing sports, the health of our shoulders is vital for maintaining normal function. If you're seeking relief from shoulder pain, we're here to help.
When your shoulders are bothering you, you'll notice it during simple actions like reaching for something or scratching your back. Finding relief from shoulder pain on your own can be challenging, so if you're experiencing discomfort, it's wise to seek help from our physiotherapy team!
Whatever is causing your discomfort, we can assist you!
Perfect Balance Physiotherapy is dedicated to providing shoulder pain treatments that are both effective and long-lasting. Most shoulder issues respond well to physiotherapy, helping you avoid the need for strong medications, surgical procedures, or other invasive treatments.
Schedule an appointment with one of our Physiotherapists today to discover how we can help you.
Why Am I Experiencing Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder pain can vary from mild aches to severe discomfort and disability. Injuries to the muscles around the shoulder (such as the rotator cuff) or the joint itself can make it difficult to lift your arm or even sleep comfortably.
There are many possible causes of shoulder pain. You might have been in a car accident, strained a muscle, or be dealing with arthritis. No matter the cause of your discomfort, our team is here to help!
Here are some of the most common causes of shoulder pain that we treat:
Rotator Cuff Injuries
The rotator cuff is a group of four upper arm muscles that dynamically stabilize the shoulder and play an important role in shoulder and arm movements.
Rotator cuff injury symptoms include shoulder pain, arm weakness, difficulty reaching behind the back, and sleeping difficulties.
Although some mild rotator cuff injuries can heal on their own, physical therapy can help ensure that your condition is fully resolved and that future problems are avoided without the need for surgery. If surgery is required, however, physical therapy will be an essential part of the recovery process!
Rotator cuff injury symptoms include shoulder pain, arm weakness, difficulty reaching behind the back, and sleeping difficulties.
Although some mild rotator cuff injuries can heal on their own, physical therapy can help ensure that your condition is fully resolved and that future problems are avoided without the need for surgery. If surgery is required, however, physical therapy will be an essential part of the recovery process!
Tendonopathy
Tendonopathy is any problem involving a tendon, such as a disease, injury, or disorder.
Tendinitis is an inflammation of the shoulder tendons, which includes the rotator cuff and biceps tendons. Acute injuries, such as minor or partial tearing, can cause the inflammatory response seen in tendonitis.
Tendinosis is a term that describes a dysfunctional tendon but does not usually specify the pathological process. This condition is linked to overuse injuries and degenerative changes that cause micro-tearing and pain. These tendon injuries are not caused by inflammation, and anti-inflammatory medications may cause them to heal more slowly!
When tendons are injured or inflamed, any movement can cause pain or make you feel weak, mainly by raising your arm to the side or overhead.
Tendinitis is an inflammation of the shoulder tendons, which includes the rotator cuff and biceps tendons. Acute injuries, such as minor or partial tearing, can cause the inflammatory response seen in tendonitis.
Tendinosis is a term that describes a dysfunctional tendon but does not usually specify the pathological process. This condition is linked to overuse injuries and degenerative changes that cause micro-tearing and pain. These tendon injuries are not caused by inflammation, and anti-inflammatory medications may cause them to heal more slowly!
When tendons are injured or inflamed, any movement can cause pain or make you feel weak, mainly by raising your arm to the side or overhead.
Instability and labral tears
In shoulder instability, the ball of the shoulder joint (humeral head) moves completely or partially out of the socket (shoulder blade). The most common causes of shoulder instability are when the capsule (the lining of the shoulder joint), ligaments, or labrum become stretched, torn, or detached.
A labral tear occurs when the cartilage ring in the shoulder joint is injured. Some labral tears increase the risk of partial and complete shoulder dislocation.
The following are some symptoms of a labral tear:
• Pain and/or catching with specific shoulder joint movements
• Typically a dull throbbing ache
• Difficulty sleeping
• Partial or full dislocations of the shoulder joint
A labral tear occurs when the cartilage ring in the shoulder joint is injured. Some labral tears increase the risk of partial and complete shoulder dislocation.
The following are some symptoms of a labral tear:
• Pain and/or catching with specific shoulder joint movements
• Typically a dull throbbing ache
• Difficulty sleeping
• Partial or full dislocations of the shoulder joint
Impingement
Shoulder impingement is a condition in which a rotator cuff tendon or tendons become pinched as they pass between the top of the upper arm (humerus) and the tip of the shoulder blade (acromion).
Impingement symptoms include pain, weakness, catching, and an inability to fully move the shoulder joint, particularly when raising your arms overhead or to the side. Sleep is frequently disrupted due to difficulty lying on the painful side.
This condition is usually caused by a combination of factors such as poor posture and muscle weakness, degenerative changes, and osteoarthritis. Fortunately, Our Abu Dhabi Physiotherapy
Team can assist you with any of these issues.
Impingement symptoms include pain, weakness, catching, and an inability to fully move the shoulder joint, particularly when raising your arms overhead or to the side. Sleep is frequently disrupted due to difficulty lying on the painful side.
This condition is usually caused by a combination of factors such as poor posture and muscle weakness, degenerative changes, and osteoarthritis. Fortunately, Our Abu Dhabi Physiotherapy
Team can assist you with any of these issues.
Arthritis
The two most common types of shoulder arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Both cause cartilage deterioration in the shoulder joint. The worse the degeneration, the more difficult daily tasks become.
Osteoarthritis affects both active and inactive people. Although the majority of cases of osteoarthritis have no known cause, arthritis frequently develops following a traumatic event and/or repetitive stresses following an injury. There is also evidence that a genetic component increases your risk of developing this condition. Regardless of how it begins, it usually results in articular cartilage loss, pain, and inflammation.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the membranes that surround the shoulder joint. Inflammation and discomfort are both symptoms of this condition.
Osteoarthritis affects both active and inactive people. Although the majority of cases of osteoarthritis have no known cause, arthritis frequently develops following a traumatic event and/or repetitive stresses following an injury. There is also evidence that a genetic component increases your risk of developing this condition. Regardless of how it begins, it usually results in articular cartilage loss, pain, and inflammation.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the membranes that surround the shoulder joint. Inflammation and discomfort are both symptoms of this condition.
Frozen shoulder
Frozen shoulder (also known as adhesive capsulitis) causes stiffness, loss of range of motion, and pain in the shoulder joint. Symptoms usually appear gradually and worsen over time. Most symptoms go away on their own after one to three years.
If you have pain, loss of motion, and a constant feeling of tightness in your shoulder joint, you may have a frozen shoulder and need a physical therapist to help you recover!
If you have pain, loss of motion, and a constant feeling of tightness in your shoulder joint, you may have a frozen shoulder and need a physical therapist to help you recover!
Physiotherapy for Shoulder Pain
Physiotherapy is a non-invasive, safe, and highly effective treatment for shoulder pain. The physiotherapists at Perfect Balance Physiotherapy have succeeded in treating various shoulder problems, providing significant relief in just a few sessions!
Our physiotherapist will evaluate several aspects of the overall health of your shoulder. Some examples are:
- Range of motion
- Strength
- Joint motion mechanics and overall upper extremity function
- Coordination
Once the source of your shoulder pain is determined, our physiotherapist can begin working to alleviate your pain, weakness, and dysfunction. Our team will create a personalized treatment plan to help you manage and, in some cases, eliminate your pain.
Strengthening exercises will almost always be part of your treatment plan and home exercise program to help prevent future shoulder problems! Physiotherapy at Perfect Balance Physiotherapy can help you get rid of your shoulder pain for good!
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