Shoulder pain causes discomfort or soreness usually in the front or side of the shoulder. While shoulder pain is usually felt in the upper third of the arm, it may be felt as far down as the elbow and wrist.
It can vary from mild to severe and may be accompanied by stiffness, limited range of motion, and difficulty lifting loads.
We might also suggest exercises, stretches, or changes to your daily habits to help you feel better and prevent future pain. The goal is to get your shoulder back in shape, improve how it works, and make sure you feel good overall.
So, if you're dealing with shoulder pain, our specialists could be a helpful option to consider!
You can develop shoulder pain from an acute injury, poor posture, or an underlying degenerative condition. Common causes of shoulder pain include:
Poor posture is another common cause of shoulder pain that may lead to chronic pain. Spending hours of your day looking down at a smartphone, tablet, or computer strains the shoulder and causes joint dysfunction.
You should seek help for shoulder pain at Key Spine Care if your pain occurs after an accident, is an ongoing problem, or your symptoms are getting worse over time.
The Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP®) at Key Spine Care serves as your primary provider for your shoulder pain. They conduct a thorough evaluation to find the cause of your discomfort and develop a treatment plan to relieve your symptoms without the need for additional tests or referrals to specialists.
The CCSP®, however, can also easily identify patients who need X-rays, CT scans, or an MRI, as well as referrals to orthopedic surgeons. The PSP ensures you get only the care absolutely necessary to improve your shoulder pain.
The CCSP® at Key Spine Care creates a personalized treatment plan based on the cause of your shoulder pain and the severity of your symptoms. The team takes a conservative approach, offering therapies that support your body’s natural healing process.
Treatment for shoulder pain may include:
If you need additional tests or specialists, the team at Key Spine Care makes the appropriate referrals. Still, Key Spine Care provides the primary care services necessary to reduce shoulder pain.
For a comprehensive approach to shoulder pain, call Key Spine Care or schedule an appointment online today.
After we have determined your individual diagnosis, we create a comprehensive and individualized plan to help you resume doing what you love - without the use of rest, pills, injections, or surgery!
After this stage, you will have:
1. Eliminated the source of the pain
2. Found pain-free postures
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We work together as a team to implement our shared plan to develop healthy posture and movement patterns.
After this Stage, you will have completed exercises to address any needs in:
1. Motor Control
2. Stabilization
3. Mobility
We teach Self-Care Methods to make your body stronger and more resilient so that there is a much less likely chance of recurrence.
After this Stage, you will have a toolbox of movements and knowledge to address:
1. Strength & Conditioning Exercises
2. Work or Sport-Specific Tasks
While we love our 1:1 time with our patients, we also do NOT want you to be locked into a never-ending treatment plan of 2-3 visits per week for life! Most of our treatment plans are 12 visits or less as we prioritize teaching you how to:
