Shoulder Pain Treatment
Specialized physiotherapy treatment for shoulder pain in South Surrey. Effective care for rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, and sports injuries.
Symptoms & causes
Common symptoms
- Pain when reaching overhead or behind your back
- Difficulty sleeping on the affected side
- Weakness when lifting or carrying objects
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sensations
- Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- Pain that radiates down the arm
- Aching pain at rest that worsens with activity
- Difficulty with daily tasks like dressing or washing hair
Common causes
- Rotator cuff tears or tendinopathy
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Bursitis (inflammation of the bursa)
- Arthritis in the shoulder joint
- Labral tears (SLAP lesions)
- AC joint injuries or separation
- Repetitive overhead activities or sports
How We Treat Shoulder Pain
At At Ease Physio in South Surrey, we provide comprehensive treatment for all types of shoulder pain. Our approach begins with a thorough assessment to identify the specific structures involved and the root cause of your pain. We combine hands-on manual therapy to restore mobility, targeted exercises to strengthen the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, and movement retraining to prevent recurrence. Therapeutic taping can also provide immediate pain relief and improve movement patterns during your recovery.
What to Expect
Your first visit includes a detailed assessment examining your shoulder mechanics, strength, and movement patterns. We also assess your neck and thoracic spine, as these areas often contribute to shoulder problems. Treatment typically involves manual therapy to improve joint mobility, dry needling for muscle trigger points, clinical pilates for controlled strengthening, and guidance on activity modification. Most patients see significant improvement within 8-12 sessions.
Our treatment services
Prevention & self-care
Prevention tips
- Maintain good posture, especially at a desk
- Strengthen rotator cuff and scapular muscles regularly
- Warm up properly before sports or exercise
- Avoid repetitive overhead activities without breaks
- Use proper technique when lifting
- Stretch chest and shoulder muscles daily
- Address minor shoulder issues before they worsen
- Maintain overall fitness and healthy body weight
When to see a physiotherapist
- Shoulder pain lasting more than a few days
- Unable to raise your arm or reach behind your back
- Pain that disrupts sleep
- Weakness or instability in the shoulder
- Pain following a fall or injury
- Shoulder feels like it might "pop out"
- Numbness or tingling in arm or hand
- Previous shoulder injury is recurring
Meet the Practitioners
Our team of experienced physiotherapists and kinesiologists are ready to help you on your path to recovery.
New to physiotherapy?
Start with an assessment. You do not need to choose a treatment technique.
Frequently asked questions
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Can physiotherapy help with frozen shoulder?
Do I need surgery for my shoulder pain?
Can I exercise with shoulder pain?
Why does my shoulder hurt when I sleep?
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