Is Shoulder Pain Getting in the Way?
Is shoulder pain making it difficult to sleep, reach overhead, get dressed, work, exercise or lift things around the house? Perhaps you’ve rested your shoulder or tried treatment before, only for the pain to return when you start doing more again?
At Pro Performance Physiotherapy, physio for shoulder pain starts with a comprehensive assessment to understand what’s causing your symptoms. Our experienced multidisciplinary team then develops a three-stage recovery plan to relieve your pain, rebuild your shoulder and help you return to the activities you enjoy.
As a trusted Dulwich Hill community practice, we bring the same high-level rehabilitation principles used with sporting clients to everyday shoulder problems; you don’t need to be an athlete to benefit from our experience and expertise.
Understanding Shoulder Pain
Your shoulder is a highly mobile joint that relies on muscles, tendons and other structures working together to provide strength and control. Pain can develop suddenly after an injury or build gradually through repetitive work, exercise, sport or changes in how much you’re doing.
Common shoulder problems and contributing factors include:
- Rotator cuff injuries and tendinopathy.
- Bursitis.
- Shoulder impingement.
- Frozen shoulder.
- Muscle strains.
- Joint stiffness.
- Shoulder instability or dislocation.
- Sporting and gym-related injuries.
- Repetitive lifting or overhead activities.
- Age-related changes.
Your Three-Stage Shoulder Pain Recovery Plan
Whether you need expert rotator cuff treatment in Dulwich Hill or help with another shoulder problem, we’ll guide you through three recovery stages that progress from relieving your pain to rebuilding your shoulder and helping you return to work, exercise, sport and everyday activities.
Stage 1: Relieve Your Pain and Get Comfortable
Physio for shoulder pain initially focuses on relieving your symptoms so everyday activities become easier and more comfortable. Depending on your assessment, this first stage may include hands-on physiotherapy and dry needling, with remedial massage also available when muscle tightness or tension is contributing to your discomfort.
Stage 2: Move Better and Feel Stronger
As your pain settles, we’ll introduce a tailored exercise program based on your needs and goals. We’ll gradually improve your shoulder mobility and strength, making activities such as reaching, lifting, working and exercising easier and more comfortable.
Stage 3: Build Long-Term Strength and Stay Active
Drawing on our experience in high-level athletic rehabilitation, we’ll progress your program into strength and conditioning suited to the demands placed on your shoulder. Whether that means lifting at work, returning to the gym, swimming, throwing a ball with the kids or playing competitive sport, this stage prepares your shoulder for greater demands while helping reduce the risk of future problems.
Start Your Shoulder Recovery Today
Whether you’re dealing with a rotator cuff injury, ongoing shoulder pain or another shoulder problem, our experienced multidisciplinary team is here to help. Book your shoulder assessment or rotator cuff treatment at our Dulwich Hill clinic and start working towards less pain, greater strength and getting back to the activities you enjoy.
