Shoulder pain during or after pregnancy? Here are 3 ways PT can help you

Shoulder pain is a more common complaint after pregnancy than you might think. This pain can be the result of repetitive movements, such as feeding your baby, carrying your baby on the same side or placing them over the same shoulder. This can result in muscle tension, pain and a loss of flexibility. Women may […]

4 sources of posterior shoulder pain and 3 ways PT can treat it

Do you feel pain in the back of your shoulder that doesn’t seem to go away? Does it hurt more when you move your arm, or feel stiff and difficult to move the way that it should? This is a common complaint. According to experts, 14 out of every 1,000 patients every year complain about […]

Can carpal tunnel syndrome be causing your shoulder pain?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a prevalent condition that involves a nerve in the wrist being squeezed or compressed. It can cause numbness, pain, and tingling in the hand and part of the arm when this happens. The condition is often caused by repetitive motions of the wrist and fingers (like typing). Trauma to the wrists, […]

4 techniques physical therapists can use to ease shoulder pain from sleeping

Waking up from a night of uncomfortable sleep can leave you feeling achy and unenergized for the rest of the day. If you have woken up with a painful or stiff feeling in your shoulder, you may find it difficult to perform everyday work or activities that you enjoy.  While there are several reasons you […]

Why turn to PT if you have shoulder popping but no pain?

Are you feeling concerned about your shoulder popping issue even though you aren’t experiencing any pain? Are you unsure if you should consult a doctor or physical therapist? Do you feel like maybe you should ignore it until you do start to feel pain in your shoulder? These are all important questions that a physical […]

Why do I have shoulder pain from sleeping on my side?

Many people find that they wake up tired, sore and uncomfortable after a night of sleeping on their side. Even if you have slept on your side all your life, you may wake one day to find that your shoulder is in pain, and you didn’t get a good night’s sleep. A lack of sleep […]

PT for a shoulder impingement can involve these 3 things

Shoulder impingement occurs when shoulder tendons and muscles rub against the shoulder bones. When shoulder pain from this issue is severe, it makes it difficult to work, play sports or do everyday tasks. If left untreated, shoulder impingements can cause further problems.  Physical therapists can help prevent a shoulder impingement from getting worse. They can […]

Approximately how long is the recovery time for a shoulder impingement?

Shoulder impingement syndrome is a condition in which the shoulder’s rotator cuff muscles are pinched where they run between the humerus and the shoulder blade. Anyone who does repetitive overhead movements could develop a shoulder impingement. If you are experiencing this, you may have many questions about your shoulder impingement, including its likely recovery time. […]

6 exercises that can cut shoulder impingement symptoms

Shoulder impingement is a painful condition when the rotator cuff becomes inflamed and irritated as it moves through a narrow space. This is why we recommend shoulder impingement exercises. The most common causes of impingement are an injury to the shoulder, doing activities such as heavy lifting or bone spurs. Some people may have a […]

Can a PT clinic help with shoulder injuries from car accidents?

In car accidents, shoulder injuries are common. The shoulder joint is where the upper arm bone (humerus) joins the collarbone and shoulder blade (scapula). This ball-and-socket joint is susceptible to dislocation, which can occur during a car accident.  Shoulder dislocation injuries from a car accident can also lead to other issues. Tears can occur in […]

3 physical therapy exercises that can help your biceps tendinitis

Biceps tendinitis is a painful injury, caused by microscopic tears in the tendons that connect the biceps muscle to the bone. This can come about as a result of repetitive motion, such as those done by competitive athletes like tennis or baseball players. Symptoms of a torn biceps tendon include: Pain at the shoulder or […]

How can physical therapy help a full thickness rotator cuff tear?

Physical therapy can certainly help your full thickness rotator cuff tear. Typically, it’s used to help patients prepare for rotator cuff repair surgery. It can also be an awesome addition to your post-surgery recovery process. Read on to learn more about this condition and how physical therapists can work with you to address it. Why […]