Non surgical shoulder treatment options are surprisingly numerous. You can either choose to see your GP, a chiropractor or opt for laser therapy.

Shoulder pain is an extremely common problem that affects thousands of people all over the world.

The shoulder comprises many tendons and muscles, which together allow the shoulder to move in almost all directions. The shoulder complex also suffers from two large areas of cartilage where the shoulder blade meets the collar bone, allowing for smooth movement between these bones. This cartilage is crucial to avoid damage to other parts of your shoulder joint.

Shoulder pain is incredibly common and most people will experience shoulder pain at some point in their life. It’s mainly caused through physical strain or injury (AC joint separation/injury, impingement syndrome) or degenerative issues (especially shoulder osteoarthritis). There are various treatments available for shoulder injuries so you do not have to suffer needlessly.

As there are numerous causes for shoulder aches, it is important to seek medical attention to determine the underlying cause and to receive an accurate diagnosis. Conservative treatment options are available for shoulder pain, which may include chiropractic care, laser therapy or even shockwave therapy.

Chiropractors treat shoulder pain through manual adjustments to the spine, which helps to restore the natural alignment of the body and reduce tension in the muscles. This can help to relieve pressure on the nerves and improve blood circulation. Chiropractors will also provide you with exercises and stretches that can help to improve shoulder function and reduce pain.

Laser Therapy Laser therapy is a relatively new treatment option that uses low-level lasers to stimulate healing in damaged tissues. It is often used to treat sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, shoulder pain and other areas of the body. The beams of light provide an analgesic (pain-relieving) effect as well as speeding up the healing process by stimulating cellular activity.

Shockwave Therapy Shockwave therapy uses low energy sound waves to stimulate tissue repair in damaged tissues. It is mainly used for shoulder injuries that have not responded to conservative treatment options or to treat chronic shoulder pain.

Since shoulder pain can be caused by numerous factors, each shoulder injury should be treated on an individual basis. Your chiropractor can develop a care plan with you based on your medical history so you do not have to suffer needlessly.

If you are having shoulder problems or would like more information please contact our clinic today!