Shoulder Pain
We have bones, two joints, and a network of soft tissues in our shoulders that allow us to have a considerable range to move and rotate our shoulders and arms. When these components become injured or otherwise affected, finding a quick and safe solution is necessary.
Without the full function of our shoulders, everyday activities such as picking things up, reaching over our heads, brushing our teeth, making dinner, even sneezing can become painful or difficult.
Our West Omaha chiropractic clinic offers solutions and therapies that work together to treat the source of your condition, removing discomfort and restoring mobility, so you can move as you were designed to.
Don’t risk a more substantial injury when comfort is so close. Our team is here to deliver evidence-based chiropractic care that allows you to heal the right way.
Why is my shoulder hurting?
If you’re in pain, finding the underlying condition is the first and most essential step to stopping it. Once the source is found, we can accurately treat your shoulder rather than covering up the pain with quick fixes that don’t last.
We believe in a comprehensive approach to care, so we assess the whole body to ensure each part is working correctly and taking on its full responsibility. If an area is injured, other areas will compensate, putting them at risk, too.
Shoulder pain can stem from back, neck, or arm disorders, as well as from the joints and soft tissues of the shoulder itself. If the shoulder is the reason for your pain, it’s often due to an overuse injury in the muscles and other soft tissues, rotator cuff issues, or a joint injury.
Do I have a rotator cuff injury?
Your rotator cuff is a section of muscles that holds your shoulder together in its socket. Because these muscles are regularly used, especially for more physical people, damaging them through strains, partially frayed tendons, and tears happen frequently and can become extremely painful.
Rotator cuff pain usually starts in the front and outside of the shoulder; however, it may move down the arm, impairing mobility. The severity of the injuries is based on the size and placement of the tear.
Other common reasons you may suffer from shoulder pain
Rotator cuff injuries make up a large portion of shoulder pain patients, but there are many other reasons you may be experiencing shoulder discomfort or motion loss, including:
Impingement (often called a pinched nerve)
Shoulder dislocation
Tears in the soft tissues or cartilage (also called labral tears)
Bruising in soft tissue
Herniated disc
Frozen shoulder
Arthritis
Tendinitis
And more
Both active and inactive people can suffer from shoulder pain. Some of the reasons you may have discomfort in or around your shoulder include:
Physically involved work, such as painting, mechanical work, landscaping, hair stylists, builders, construction
Exercise, sports, and athletic activity
Improper lifting practices
Muscle and joint overuse
Poor posture
Old or chronic injuries
Injuries that were improperly treated
Auto accident
Slip and fall accident
And more
The good news is that often our chiropractic care team can find what’s causing your pain and quickly and effectively remedy it. We’ll define your specific plan, ensuring your comfort from start to finish.
Should I see a chiropractor for my shoulder pain?
We work with various patients; some have had shoulder pain for years, others haven’t found a good solution, and some are just starting to notice discomfort. Wherever your injury is in the process, our solutions can help get your pain under control and keep it that way, not by covering it up but by reliable techniques offered at the source.
We desire to help you find resolutions that get results. We do this using a non-invasive approach, often combining functional exercise and chiropractic.
We’d love to help you with your shoulder discomfort; we invite you to visit us in our Elkhorn chiropractic clinic if you suffer from any of the following:
Sharp, shooting pain in the shoulder
Throbbing shoulder aches while immobile
Radiating pain stemming in the shoulder and traveling into the neck, back, or arm
Weakness in the shoulder
Discomfort after hearing a popping or snapping sound from the shoulder
Motion or flexibility loss
Discomfort while rotating or moving the shoulder
Pain during routine daily activities such as getting dressed, brushing hair, turning head while driving
Pain when lifting or throwing
Pain during repetitive actions in your job, while exercising, or while playing a sport
Shoulder discomfort while sleeping
Worsening pain when the arm is lifted overhead
Your everyday activities are essential, and we understand your need to get back to doing them as safely and quickly as possible. Our holistic, reliable, and responsible chiropractic techniques garner a natural healing process.
Our solutions will help with:
Shoulder pain while working at a computer
Shoulder stiffness, tightness, and weakness
Shoulder pain during physical activity
Shoulder discomfort while at rest or sleeping
Text neck
Headaches
Shoulder sprain
Soft tissue tears in the shoulder
Shoulder spasms
Loss of range of motion, mobility, and flexibility
Let us help you find smart solutions to treat your pain so you can start doing the things you love.
Treating shoulder pain at Midwest Movement
One thing we know is that treating trauma with further aggressiveness isn’t ideal, so we take a more natural and gentle yet effective approach to your treatment and recovery. If surgery is required, we will help your body repair itself using our conservative solutions so you can increase strength, shorten downtime, and learn preventative techniques to keep you safe and healthy.
Some of our solutions to shoulder pain include:
Stretching techniques
Taping therapy
And more
Our chiropractic team encourages your involvement and often provides at-home guidance to help minimize discomfort and get your healthier faster.
Contact us today to start your healing journey. The benefits will pay off faster than you think.
The many benefits of chiropractic care for your shoulder pain
Finding trusted care for your pain may sound overwhelming, but we’re here to ensure your overall well-being at all times. We don’t want you to spend years or months coming to see us; we want you healthy and pain-free for good.
Our methods, services, and treatments offer several benefits that cater to your wellness as a whole:
Decreased pain
Restored mobility and function
Improved sleep quality
Increased activity
Less time recovering
Less mental and emotional stress
Improved joint and soft tissue health
Improved quality of life
Don’t let your shoulder pain worsen or spread; let us find its cause and end your pain today.
If you’re looking to lead a healthier lifestyle, now’s your chance to start; we’re happy to be your catalyst.
“Midwest Movement is the best! I had gone through 3 treatments at prior clinics (over the course of 2 years) and nothing had healed with my torn labrum in my shoulder. I was starting lose hope, but gave it one last shot when I came across Midwest Movement.
Their take on healing, using various methods, such as McKenzie method, functional rehabilitation movements and lots of dry needling, is entirely what lead me to avoiding surgery. Even after my injury has healed, I still come in for occasional chiropractic and dry needling on areas when their tight.
Thank you so much for helping me heal, get back to sports, and overall living a pain-free life. ”