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Shoulder pain can limit everyday tasks like dressing, lifting or sleeping on one side. We assess the shoulder and related areas to build a plan that restores comfortable, confident movement.
The shoulder is a mobile joint supported by muscles and tendons. Pain can relate to the rotator cuff, joint structures, stiffness or movement patterns.
A careful assessment helps identify the likely source and stage of your shoulder problem, which guides a focused rehabilitation plan.
These are reasons to seek a professional assessment — not a promise that a specific treatment will suit everyone.
Rehabilitation commonly centres on a graded exercise programme to restore strength and control, supported by manual therapy and suitable modalities. Activity advice helps you progress safely.
Discussion of symptoms, onset and activities.
Assessment of shoulder movement, strength and related regions.
A staged rehabilitation plan.
Treatment, exercise and review.
Seek medical review for shoulder pain after significant trauma, or with marked weakness, deformity, or signs of infection. Some presentations benefit from imaging or specialist input, which we will advise on.
It depends on the cause and stage; some shoulder conditions settle gradually over weeks to months. We set realistic goals with you.
Usually a guided, graded return to movement is better than complete rest. Your plan will specify what is safe.
Book an assessment and we’ll talk through your symptoms, goals and suitable options.