What is Shoulder Pain?
How to Heal Shoulder Pain?
Learn more about shoulder pain and how to effectively manage shoulder pain.
What Exactly is Shoulder Pain?
The shoulder joint is a ball-and-socket joint, giving it the greatest range of motion of any joint in the human body. This mobility allows for fluid and versatile movement but also makes the shoulder highly susceptible to injury and pain.
Because of this, shoulder pain can arise from various causes, including muscle imbalances, impingement, inflammation, or structural damage. If you're experiencing discomfort, it’s essential to consult a rehabilitation-focused therapist who can assess your condition and create a tailored treatment plan.
Common Symptoms of Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is often linked to reduced mobility, stiffness, and discomfort in the shoulder, neck, and back regions. Below are common symptoms associated with different types of shoulder pain:
Popping, clicking, or grinding sounds
Aching or throbbing pain
Warmth and redness around the shoulder
Tingling sensations in the shoulder, arm, or hand
Sharp or sudden pain with movement
Limited Range of Motion
Changes in shoulder shape or posture
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms of shoulder pain, it's important to seek professional care to prevent further complications.
What Causes Shoulder Pain?
Different types of shoulder injuries can contribute to shoulder pain, including:
Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
Shoulder Arthritis
Tendinopathy (Rotator Cuff & Biceps Tendon Issues)
Bursitis (Bursa-related Issues)
Shoulder and Neck Impingement
Shoulder Instability
Torn Labrum
Rotator Cuff Pain and Injury
Each of these conditions requires a specific approach to treatment depending on the severity, symptoms, and root causes.
How to Treat Shoulder Pain
Effective shoulder pain treatment begins with identifying the underlying causes of pain and addressing both the affected and compensatory areas. The primary goal is to restore quality movement, relieve discomfort, and prevent further injury through a structured rehabilitation plan.
Common Treatment Approaches for Shoulder Pain:
Soft Tissue Therapy – Hands-on techniques to reduce muscle tension in the shoulder, neck, and upper back, addressing muscular imbalances and tightness.
Shockwave Therapy – Depending on the type of shoulder pain, this modality uses acoustic pressure waves to stimulate blood flow, break down calcium deposits, and enhance tissue repair, improving shoulder mobility and function.
Acupuncture – Helps reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and relieve muscle tightness, making it a great complementary treatment for chronic or acute shoulder pain.
Exercise Therapy – Strengthening stabilizing muscles around the shoulder joint helps improve control, mobility, and confidence in movement while reducing re-injury risk.
How Performance-Based Therapy Can Help
At Plus Ultra Performance & Therapy, we take a personalized approach to shoulder pain rehabilitation. Our massage therapists, physiotherapists, and chiropractors work together to develop individualized treatment plans based on:
Comprehensive postural and movement assessments to identify root causes.
Hands-on therapy to relieve tension and improve shoulder function.
Exercise-based rehabilitation programs to restore strength, mobility, and stability.
Education on movement patterns to prevent re-injury and optimize recovery.
If you’re experiencing shoulder pain or any other musculoskeletal issues, don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. Click here to book an appointment online with an experienced performance-based massage therapist, physiotherapist, or chiropractor at Plus Ultra Performance & Therapy today!
