SHOULDER PAIN

Shoulder pain can be a common condition for those with an active lifestyle. Being that the shoulder is a complex structure, it is best to seek medical attention even when experiencing minimal irritation to prevent progression and long term discomfort.

There are two types of pain associated with shoulder pain. Pain or discomfort which does not last longer than six weeks is commonly known as acute pain. On the other hand, if pain persists more than six weeks, the pain can be an indication or something more serious or chronic. No matter if pain is constant or sporadic it is highly recommended to seek medical help to properly diagnose your condition with tests such as an x-ray, MRI, or Ct-scan.

Common causes of shoulder pain include:

At Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center, your first initial appointment with us will include a full and thorough exam and evaluation of the shoulder. Your range of motion and muscle strength will be measured including a detailed ortho-neuro exam. To gain further details into the source of your pain, additional diagnostic tests may be required:

• Primary Care:  Primary Care providers take the time to understand your body as a whole and can address an array of medical conditions. With proper diagnostic tests and keen eyes in detecting abnormalities, primary care physicians can identify imbalances in the body and aid in correcting the issue. Click here to learn more on how our primary care physicians treat your pain.
• Chiropractic Care:  Chiropractors use a full body approach when treating the musculoskeletal and nervous system. By adjusting the spine, imbalances are removed and nerve function increases. Click here to learn more on how our chiropractors treat your pain.
• Physical therapy: Physical therapy maximizes the body’s proper function by applying different approaches using a variety of state of the art equipment, techniques, exercises and stretches to improve the body’s muscle tone, joint function, and range of motion. Click here to learn more on how our physical therapists treat your shoulder pain.
• Acupuncture: Acupuncture is a treatment pillar of Chinese Medicine. It is a minimally invasive and gentle approach to preventative care and treatment of the patient as a whole. Acupuncture stimulates the body’s natural healing abilities to restore harmony and energetic balance. Click here to learn more on how our acupuncturists treat your pain.

At Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center, we specialize in non-surgical treatments for shoulder pain. Our team of primary medical providers, chiropractors, physical therapists, and acupuncturists will create a customized treatment plan to treat and correct your shoulder pain.

Take the next step by booking an appointment at our office in Denville, NJ or by giving us a call at (973) 627-7888 today!