Shoulder pain can have a number of different causes, ranging from an
injury like a car accident, to a chronic problem like arthritis.
Patients who experience shoulder pain may be surprised by the intensity
and duration of the pain. The shoulder area is so essential for
completing daily activities that it makes sense that the shoulder pain
injury should be taken seriously and treated to avoid worsening your
condition.
Symptoms Some signs that shoulder pain needs
immediate attention may include a decreased ability to hold objects,
decreased functioning of the arm, shoulder pain that persists even while
at rest, shoulder pain that lasts more than a day or two, and unusual
twinges or aches in the shoulder area.
Diagnosis Chiropractic care can be an
extremely effective treatment for shoulder pain regardless of its cause.
A chiropractor will often begin with an examination of the patient's
neck area since shoulder pain can frequently be the result of "referred"
pain from the neck. Whether the shoulder pain is connected to the neck
or is limited to the lower part of the shoulder, it can generally be
treated with non-invasive methods of natural healing such as
chiropractic care.
TreatmentCare for an injured shoulder may
include application of heat, application of ice packs, gentle
manipulation from the chiropractor to help the shoulder return to its
original state of functionality, and gentle stretching and strengthening
exercises that the patient can perform at home. |