Shoulder Pain

The shoulder  

consists of three different joints:

• Gleno-Humeral (arm & shoulder blade - ball & socket joint)

• Scapula-Thoracic (shoulder blade & rib cage)

• Acromio-Clavicular (collarbone & shoulder blade)

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The complex structure of the shoulder joint and associated muscle groups, requires significant strength and mobility to participate in many sports and activities. However, this also renders the shoulder susceptible to pain and injury. Shoulder injuries are common in sports that sustain repetitive upper limb impact, such as tennis, swimming, throwing sports, golf and gymnastics. Shoulder pain is also common in people that require upper-body movements for work (e.g trades).

 

Common symptoms:

• Generalised shoulder pain/ache

• Pain down the arm

• Tightness/stiffness

• Sharp pain with certain movements e.g reaching for object

• Pain when lying on side

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Your Physio will complete a detailed assessment to ascertain the cause of your shoulder pain. They will also will address any contributing factors, to reduce any risk of your pain returning. Our team will then design an individualised treatment plan for you which may include a rehabilitation/exercise program and treatment methods such as soft tissue therapy, stretching, dry needling and mobilisation. All rehabilitation programs are very flexible to suits your goals, needs and budget. See our membership models for some of the options. Rehabilitation can also be completed by you independently at home, if this is preferred.

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