Symptoms of Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain often affects more than just the joint itself. Many people experience:
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Pain when reaching overhead
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Difficulty lifting objects
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Disturbed sleep
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Sharp pain with certain movements
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Clicking, stiffness or a feeling of restriction
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Loss of confidence using the arm for everyday tasks
If you’ve tried following advice from friends or family, or maybe you've spent hours searching for the right exercises online, only to find that nothing seems to work or even more made it worse, we can offer a more effective and long-lasting solution. Our home physiotherapy service around Canning Town and East London can help.
How Physiotherapy Can Help
A clear pathway to reduce pain and restore confidence
The good news is that many shoulder conditions respond extremely well to targeted physiotherapy. Our approach focuses on understanding why your shoulder pain started, how it’s affecting your daily life, and what needs to change to allow the joint to recover fast and effectively. With physiotherapy, you will expect to:
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Reduce pain and irritation in shoulder
Improve mobility, strength and control
Restore confidence using your arm for daily activities
Sleep more comfortably and move with less restriction
Avoid unnecessary injections or surgery where possible
What to Expect in Your Initial Consultation.
This session is entirely dedicated to understanding you. A whole-body approach will be used to uncover the root cause of your pain or limitations, ensuring that we’re not just chasing symptoms, but creating a long-term solution. Here's what you can expect in your first session:
Shoulder Conditions We Treat
Rotator Cuff Pain
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize your shoulder. Injuries, such as tears or inflammation (tendinopathy), can cause pain, weakness, and difficulty lifting or rotating your arm. These injuries are often the result of repetitive overhead activities or trauma.
Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder occurs when the shoulder joint capsule thickens and tightens, leading to stiffness and significant pain. It usually develops gradually and can last for months or even years if not addressed.
Shoulder Impingement
This happens when the tendons or bursa in the shoulder become compressed during movement, causing pain and irritation. It’s often linked to repetitive overhead motions, poor posture, or muscle imbalances.
Shoulder Instability
Instability occurs when the shoulder joint becomes loose, often due to dislocations, subluxations or repetitive strain. It can lead to pain, weakness, and a sensation that the shoulder might “give out.”
Arthritis
Arthritis can cause joint inflammation, pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. While osteoarthritis develops gradually due to wear and tear, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that can affect the joint lining. Both can severely impact daily activities.