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Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain
in Old Town, Chicago

shoulder Pain

While your shoulder joints might seem simple, they are anything but. Your shoulders are complex joints involved with a wide range of motion. Shoulder pain can significantly affect your ability to do basic tasks, like reaching for certain items or lifting weights. Our physical therapy team knows how to diagnose and treat the root cause of your shoulder pain to restore normal function and alleviate unwanted pain.

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understanding

shoulder Pain

It doesn’t matter if your shoulder pain is sharp and sudden, or more gradual. It can severely hinder your everyday life regardless. Aside from limiting your range of motion for basic tasks, shoulder pain can disrupt sleep and affect your quality of life. While shoulder pain can arise from a number of causes, the most common are injuries, overuse, and underlying conditions, including arthritis.

You can treat shoulder pain on your own with rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain relievers, but those may only provide short-term relief. Physical therapy and chiropractic care work to address the root cause so your pain relief is long-lasting, not strictly temporary.

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our approach to

physical therapy

for shoulder pain

Our approach to physical therapy combines targeted exercises and manual therapy techniques with a personalized approach to your unique needs. Targeted exercises strengthen and stretch your shoulder muscles, while manual therapy techniques—like dry needling and myofascial release—improve your pain and mobility. Our goal is to address the root cause of your shoulder pain so you not only feel relief, but also regain a more full range of motion.

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what to expect

during your visit

for shoulder pain

Our team is dedicated to finding the root cause of your pain upfront so we can then create a tailored approach to treating your pain. A thorough evaluation, including a review of your medical history and a physical exam, helps us best identify what the problem is. For shoulder pain, we include a combination of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, and other services, like chiropractic care, in your treatment plan to work towards the best results.

Chiropractic Solutions
for Shoulder Pain

Chiropractic care offers an effective approach to alleviating discomfort and restoring function. Using gentle spinal adjustments, our chiropractors work to improve joint mobility and reduce inflammation, all in efforts to expedite healing. Because nerve compression and muscle tension are main drivers for shoulder pain, chiropractic care is effective at addressing misalignments that contribute to your pain.

frequently asked

questions

Can a Chiropractor Help With Shoulder Pain?

A chiropractor can help alleviate shoulder pain by correcting misalignments in your spine and neck. This treatment improves joint mobility, reduces inflammation, and ultimately, promotes healing.

What Therapist Is Best for Shoulder Pain?

The best therapist for you depends on the cause of your condition. A physical therapist can address muscle weakness and teach you exercises for long-term pain management. A chiropractic will address spinal misalignment to alleviate pain and promote joint mobility.

What Exercise Is Best for Shoulder Pain?

This depends on the specific cause and severity of your pain. Gentle exercises like shoulder rolls or arm circles may help improve your range of motion and reduce pain, but our physical therapy team can best advise you on specific exercises.

Should I See a Doctor or a Chiropractor for Shoulder Pain?

If your shoulder pain is caused by muscle tension, poor posture, or spinal misalignments, then a chiropractor is the right expert to see. For more severe pain or numbness, you may consult your physician.

How to Alleviate Hip Pain During Pregnancy?

A physical therapist can provide exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor and core muscles, while a chiropractor can modify treatment to alleviate hip pain while you’re pregnant. When you’re at home, it helps to prioritize rest and good posture.

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