Shoulder Pain Treatment
Shoulder pain can make it difficult to reach, lift, work, exercise, sleep comfortably, and perform everyday activities. Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy provides individualized chiropractic and physical therapy care for shoulder pain related to muscle and tendon injuries, joint dysfunction, rotator cuff conditions, repetitive strain, motor vehicle accidents, work-related injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions at our Lake Worth and Fort Lauderdale locations.
What Causes Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder pain can develop when the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, or surrounding structures become irritated, strained, inflamed, or injured. Because the shoulder allows a wide range of motion, symptoms can develop from repetitive reaching, lifting, overhead activity, sudden trauma, poor mechanics, or changes within the joint.
Common causes and contributing factors may include rotator cuff injuries, muscle or tendon strain, bursitis, arthritis, joint dysfunction, repetitive overhead use, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, work-related injuries, and other conditions affecting the shoulder and surrounding tissues.
How Is Shoulder Pain Diagnosed?
Diagnosing shoulder pain begins with a careful review of your symptoms, medical history, daily activities, and any recent injuries or accidents. A physical examination may include evaluation of shoulder range of motion, strength, joint mobility, areas of tenderness, posture, and functional movements to help determine what may be contributing to your symptoms.
When clinically appropriate, diagnostic imaging such as X-rays or MRI may be recommended to further evaluate the shoulder and identify conditions that may require additional care or referral.
How Is Shoulder Pain Treated?
Treatment for shoulder pain depends on the underlying cause, severity of symptoms, and how the condition is affecting movement and daily activities. At Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, treatment plans are individualized based on each patient’s examination findings, functional limitations, and specific needs.
Care may include physical therapy, therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, stretching and mobility work, chiropractic care when appropriate, and other conservative treatments designed to improve shoulder mobility, restore strength and function, and help reduce discomfort.
Can Chiropractic Care Help With Shoulder Pain?
Chiropractic care may be part of a personalized treatment plan for certain types of shoulder pain when clinically appropriate. Because shoulder function can be influenced by the surrounding muscles, joints, posture, and movement of the neck and upper back, an examination can help identify musculoskeletal restrictions that may be contributing to pain or limited mobility.
At Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, chiropractic care may be coordinated with physical therapy, therapeutic exercise, mobility work, and other conservative treatments to address the patient’s individual findings and help improve overall shoulder function.
Shoulder Pain After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Shoulder pain can develop after a motor vehicle accident when the force of the collision places sudden stress on the shoulder joint, muscles, tendons, and surrounding tissues. Pain may also occur from bracing against the steering wheel, the seat belt restraining the body, or direct impact during the collision.
Symptoms may include pain with reaching or lifting, reduced range of motion, weakness, tenderness, stiffness, or difficulty performing everyday activities. Some shoulder symptoms may not be immediately noticeable after an accident, so persistent or worsening discomfort should be properly evaluated.
At Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, patients with accident-related shoulder pain are evaluated for musculoskeletal injuries, mobility limitations, and functional changes that may be contributing to their symptoms. When appropriate, care may include chiropractic treatment, physical therapy, therapeutic exercise, and other conservative treatment based on examination findings.
Ready to Find Relief From Shoulder Pain?
Schedule an appointment with Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy to discuss your shoulder pain and learn which treatment options may be appropriate for you. We provide personalized chiropractic and physical therapy care at our Lake Worth and Fort Lauderdale locations.
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2121 10th Ave N
Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461
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2001 NW 62nd St, Suite 101
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
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