Shoulder pain can make it hard to do things you need to do every day, like reaching, lifting, or even getting dressed. Physical therapy can help with shoulder pain and get you back to doing the things you love. At Progressive Mobility, we use different treatments to help relieve pain, but the biggest difference comes from exercises that help your shoulder stay strong and pain-free over time.
Why Does Shoulder Pain Happen?
The shoulder is a very flexible joint, which makes it useful for all sorts of movements. But this flexibility can also make the shoulder easy to injure. Shoulder pain can come from things like sports injuries, lifting heavy things, or simply overusing the joint. Physical therapy can help heal your shoulder without needing expensive medicine or surgery.
Treatments for Shoulder Pain
To help with pain, physical therapists use some special techniques to target the problem and make it easier for you to move your shoulder again.
Dry Needling
Dry needling uses tiny needles to work out muscle knots in the shoulder. This can help muscles relax and reduce pain. Dry needling also helps improve blood flow, which allows the shoulder to heal faster.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy uses sound waves to help speed healing in the shoulder. This therapy targets painful spots, helping to reduce pain and allow for easier movement.
These treatments are a good start for pain relief, but to keep the shoulder healthy, we need to go beyond just these techniques. Exercises are what make the real difference in helping you stay pain-free.
The Importance of Exercises and Learning Better Movements
While dry needling and shockwave therapy can ease pain, exercises are the key to truly healing your shoulder. Here’s how we do it:
Strengthening the Shoulder and Nearby Muscles
We’ll guide you through exercises to strengthen the muscles around your shoulder. These muscles, like those in your upper back, help support the shoulder joint. With stronger muscles, your shoulder can move better and be less likely to get injured again.
Learning Better Ways to Move
Sometimes, shoulder pain is caused by poor posture or how we use the joint. Our therapists can show you better ways to move, which reduces strain on the shoulder. Practicing these movements can help prevent pain from coming back and make daily tasks easier.
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Stay Pain-Free
Physical therapy isn’t just about making your shoulder feel better now; it’s also about keeping it strong and healthy for the future. At Progressive Mobility, we work on finding the cause of your pain and using exercises to give you long-lasting relief. With the right mix of treatments and exercises, you can get back to doing what you love without shoulder pain holding you back.
If shoulder pain is affecting your life, our team at Progressive Mobility is ready to help you. Reach out to start your journey to a stronger, pain-free shoulder!
