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Shoulder pain usually happens because something in the shoulder joint or the muscles and tendons around it is being overloaded, irritated or moving the wrong way.
The shoulder is one of the most complex and mobile joints in the body and it's involved in nearly every upper body movement you make, from reaching and lifting to pushing, pulling and even sleeping comfortably. Simple tasks like dressing, brushing your hair, cooking or reaching overhead all rely on pain-free shoulder movement. When your shoulder hurts, even these basics become difficult. That’s why maintaining strong, stable and pain-free shoulders is essential.
When your shoulders aren’t functioning well, you may start avoiding activity, which can lead to a loss of mobility. Over time, this can make everyday activities like dressing or lifting difficult or impossible. Good shoulder health is important for anyone who wants to stay mobile and independent.
Big pharmaceutical brands often promote painkillers as the quick fix for shoulder pain but while painkillers may mask the symptoms, they don’t address the root cause. Relying solely on medication can lead to a cycle of temporary relief without real recovery.
Whether it’s a dull ache, sharp spasm or something that comes and goes, shoulder pain can affect every part of your life from your ability to sleep, move, work and enjoy to the things you love.
As physiotherapists, we see it every day; people who wait weeks or even months, hoping the pain will resolve with time. Or they assume their first step must be seeing a doctor. While general practitioners play an important role, many types of knee pain can be more effectively assessed and managed by a physiotherapist right from the start.
If you want to understand why your shoulder really hurts and what you can do about it download our "Why Shoulder Pain Happens and How To Help It" Information Pack
This information pack breaks down the common causes of shoulder pain so you can stop guessing and start understanding what’s actually going on.
Inside, you’ll find practical tips and simple strategies to help reduce pain, prevent flare-ups and support your back long-term.
Not all shoulder pain is the same. This guide helps you recognise when to seek professional advice and what steps to take next.
Our experienced and knowledgeable physiotherapists will examine :
Your range and quality of movement.
Areas of tenderness, muscle spasms or potential sources of pain.
Your muscle strength and tone.
This process will help identify exactly what is causing your pain.
We use the latest medical research and technology to produce a bespoke treatment plan to get you back fit and active doing all the things that your pain is stopping you doing.
Each treatment aims to gently and progressively get you moving again without pain, as quickly as possible, to allow you to get back to normal and start doing the things you love.
We will give you a structured rehabilitation exercise program, to help break the cycle and prevent the problem from returning.
This ultimately makes you stronger and less likely to reinjure or reaggravate the issue through better stability, strength, functional resilience and confidence.
Sometimes a quick chat is all it takes to get clarity. Request a call back from our team today and let’s work out the next best step for you.
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