What Is Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder problems can creep up gradually or come on suddenly after an injury, and they often make simple tasks—like washing your hair or putting on a coat—frustrating and painful.
At our clinic, we treat all kinds of shoulder issues, from frozen shoulder and rotator cuff injuries to postural tension and instability. We’ll begin with a detailed assessment to understand what’s driving your pain and how your shoulder is moving (or not moving!). From there, we’ll guide you through a treatment plan that combines hands-on therapy with exercises to improve flexibility, strength, and control. We’ll also address any habits or activities that might be contributing to the issue.
Our aim isn’t just to reduce pain—it’s to restore full, comfortable use of your shoulder, whether you’re an athlete, an office worker, or somewhere in between. You’ll leave feeling empowered, informed, and ready to get moving again.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What has caused my Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder pain can be caused by various things. Sometimes it might be part of a sudden injury such as over-reaching or hitting a golf ball awkwardly, or may slowly creep up on you, starting with a few niggles. Other factors can be spinal stiffness, your shoulder position and muscle imbalances in your shoulder and shoulder blade.
How long does it take to recover from Shoulder Pain?
Acute injuries often settle within a few weeks with the right treatment. Sometimes shoulder pain can be slower to recover than other injuries and you may need treatment over a longer time frame, especially if you’ve been having issues or niggles for a while.
The physiotherapist will discuss this with you at your first appointment.
What treatments are available for Shoulder Pain?
This will depend on what the physiotherapist finds on the assessment but could include hands on treatments, advice, exercises, taping and shoulder stability and control work. At the first and subsequent appointments the physiotherapist will discuss with you the best options, so that together you can decide the best approach for you.
Will I need an X-ray, ultrasound or MRI?
This is often not needed.
An X-ray will be needed if a fracture is suspected as a result of an injury.
A MRI or ultrasound is most useful when considering next steps if physiotherapy has not been helpful, such as planning for surgery or an injection.
The physiotherapist will be able to discuss this with you and if necessary refer you to an appropriate service.
Can physiotherapy help prevent Shoulder Pain from recurring?
Yes there is evidence that physiotherapy and exercise/activity can reduce further recurrences.