Have you ever wondered, “what is causing me to have shoulder pain” and how you should go about treating it?
Shoulder pain is a common complaint among both athletes and non-athletes. It can occur as the result of an acute injury, such as a rotator cuff tear or dislocation, or due to the effects of long-term overuse, like tendonitis. No matter what the cause may be, shoulder pain can be debilitating and severely limit movement.
That’s why it is important to understand what is causing your shoulder pain before attempting any treatment. Identifying the source will help you decide on an appropriate course of action that may include rest, physical therapy, injections, medications, or surgery.
Understanding the cause of your shoulder pain also helps prevent further injury by allowing you to modify activities that could exacerbate your condition.
Finally, it is important to treat shoulder pain as soon as possible because delaying treatment could lead to further damage and longer recovery times. Depending on the cause and severity of your shoulder pain, treatment options may include rest, physical therapy, injections, medications, or surgery.
It is essential to partner with a healthcare provider who can help you find the best course of action for your individual situation. Timely intervention can improve long-term outcomes and reduce pain levels so that you can get back to living life without shoulder discomfort.
The key takeaway here is that understanding the cause of your shoulder pain and treating it promptly are both important steps in avoiding further injury and reducing discomfort. With an integrated plan developed by your healthcare provider, you can reduce your shoulder pain and get back to the activities you love.
What Is Causing Me To Have Shoulder Pain?
There are many potential causes of shoulder pain, ranging from every day to more serious medical conditions. Common causes include physical overexertion, injuries, and degenerative diseases like arthritis.
Physical overexertion can stem from doing too much strenuous activity or repetitive motions in a short period of time – such as lifting heavy objects, participating in sports or exercise programs that are too ambitious for your current level of fitness, or working at a desk with poor posture.
Injuries to the shoulder may include sprains, dislocation, tendonitis due to overuse or trauma, and fractures caused by blunt force trauma or falls. Arthritis is another common cause of shoulder pain; it results from an inflammation of the joint lining that occurs with age.
Day-to-day activities that can aggravate the shoulder include reaching overhead, lifting objects that are too heavy or outside of the body’s natural range of motion, and sleeping in a position where your neck is bent for an extended period of time.
Poor posture while sitting at a desk or standing can also cause shoulder pain if done over long periods of time. Even seemingly innocuous activities such as brushing your hair can strain the shoulder muscles if done repeatedly.
Identifying what is causing your shoulder pain is key to finding relief from it; if you have been experiencing ongoing discomfort or pain, it is important to consult with a medical professional so that they may accurately diagnose and treat the problem.
Taking steps to avoid overexertion, adjusting your posture and movements, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can all help to prevent shoulder pain in the future.
How Can Physical Therapy Help With Your Shoulder Pain?
As physical therapists, we are committed to helping you reduce shoulder pain and prevent future episodes. Through our comprehensive assessment process, we can identify the root cause of your shoulder pain.
We use evidence-based treatment techniques to specifically target the area of concern and restore your normal range of motion. Therapeutic exercises are used to help strengthen weakened muscles as well as improve coordination and balance.
Manual therapy techniques such as soft tissue mobilization can be used to reduce tightness in the muscles surrounding your shoulder joint, thereby reducing tension and improving flexibility.
In addition, we provide education on proper posture and body mechanics so that you are aware of how to maintain proper alignment while performing daily tasks or engaging in activities that place strain on your shoulders.
This includes teaching proper positioning and technique for activities such as lifting, reaching overhead, or carrying a backpack. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge to maintain optimal shoulder health on your own.
We understand that no two individuals are alike, so we take an individualized approach when creating a treatment plan specific to each person’s needs. We communicate closely with you throughout the process in order to ensure that goals are consistently being met and that progress can be accurately tracked.
With our help, you can feel confident knowing that long-term success in managing shoulder pain is within reach!
Is Shoulder Pain Keeping You From Doing the Things You Love?
Have you been searching for solutions to your shoulder pain, but have not gotten any answers to what could be causing it or how to treat it? Then make sure that you contact us at Physical Therapy for everyBODY to start the conversation on what could be causing the pain and how to best treat these issues.
We understand that you want to stay active, do the things you love, and know that back pain can be frustrating.
That is why we recommend that you come to see us so we can help you understand the best ways to keep active and enjoy life pain-free!
If you have aches, or pains, or just want to discuss how to keep the body healthy, we would love to invite you for a Free Shoulder Pain Assessment, which will enable you to get a full diagnosis and help you get answers on ways you can treat or prevent pain.
You can contact us by telephone at 425-658-4944 to claim your free shoulder pain assessment or by completing our inquiry form in under 30 seconds.
Other Free Resources To Help You With Shoulder Pain
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Dr. Amy Konvalin
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