Do You Have a Shoulder Pain Or Have You Sustained A Shoulder Injury?
At LMC Physio we can help you out. We provide expert assessment and treatment to get you not just out of pain, but back to doing what you love most. Our experience team has helped thousands of people in the local area.
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What is Shoulder Pain?
- Shoulder pain can affect the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints around the shoulder and shoulder blade
- It can also be influenced by the neck and mid back
- Shoulder pain can occur gradually, due to overuse or suddenly due to trauma or injury.
- Shoulder pain can often lead to discomfort, weakness and restricted movement.
Common symptoms
Some common symptoms of shoulder pain you may experience.
- Pain when reaching overhead
- Pain and difficulty putting a shirt of jacket on
- Weakness in the arm
- Difficulty sleeping/lying on the affected side
- Stiffness or limited range of motion
- Pain may be referred in to the upper arm
Common Causes of Shoulder Pain
- Rotator cuff tear
- Tendonitis/ Tendinopathy
- Sudden injury or strain – E.G. dog pulling on a lead
- Trauma – E.G. falling on to shoulder or outstretched hand
- Sports Injury
- Repetitive strain injuries from work, sport or the gym
- Osteoarthritis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Nerve irritation/ injury
- Pain referred from the neck
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How Can We Help Shoulder Pain?
Here at LMC Physio we offer many services to get you out of pain and back doing what you love!
- Hands on therapy, including soft tissue massage, manual therapy and manipulation where required– Reduce pain and improve mobility in early stages
- Individualised exercise plan based on your goals and aims and pain levels
- Education on managing your condition and how to make the most of your rehab
- Movement screening
- Return to sport/gym/hobbies guidance
- Advice on how to prevent re-occurrence
