Effective Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain: A Guide by Back 2 Health

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Effective Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain A
Guide by Back 2 Health
www.back2healthpt.org
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Dont Let Shoulder Pain Ruin Your Day
We use our shoulders for almost every movement we
make, so if theyre bothering us, its a big
deal! There are numerous reasons why someone may
experience shoulder pain, and the severity can
range from the temporary discomfort of a pulled
muscle to the agonizing bone-on-bone friction of
arthritis. Shoulder pain can take many forms it
can rear its ugly head when youre reaching
toward the top shelf to put dishes away or when
youre struggling to find a comfortable position
to sleep in.
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Surgery Vs Physical Therapy
Those who experience rotator cuff injuries or
torn shoulders generally report a dull ache
deep in their shoulder, arm weakness, difficulty
reaching behind their backs, and disturbed sleep
due to pain. Depending on the severity and
situation, sometimes surgery is needed, but often
the correct physical therapy treatments can help
reduce pain and restore strength to the rotator
cuff to compensate for the partial tear. If
surgery is needed, physical therapy is an
integral part of the rehabilitation to a full
recovery.
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Why Are Our Shoulders So Important?
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint,
meaning the head of the upper arm bone, or
humerus, fits perfectly in the corresponding
space within the shoulder blade or scapula. The
ends of the bone are protected by a thick layer
of cartilage, protecting the bones from rubbing
together. Fluid-filled sacs called bursae also
protect the tendons from rubbing against the
bones. Tendons attach the bones in the shoulder
to a set of bones, known as the rotator cuff.
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What is Physical Therapy Treatment for Shoulder
Pain Like?
Physical therapy is a natural, easy, and
comfortable way to find relief for shoulder pain,
without the need for harmful drugs or invasive
surgery. Our Sterling Heights physical therapists
have treated a number of conditions resulting in
shoulder pain, with patients finding improvement
and relief after just a few short sessions.
Physical therapists are movement experts who are
trained to pinpoint the cause of your pain
through a variety of diagnostic tests and methods.
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Say Goodbye to Shoulder Pain Once and for All
Shoulder pain may be controlling your life, but
it doesnt have to! Our Sterling Heights physical
therapy practice will get you the help you need
to start doing the things you love once again
without pain. Contact Back 2 Health Physical
Therapy today to request your appointment and get
started on your path toward pain relief.
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