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How can shoulder pain be relieved?

When shoulder pain arises, immediate actions that can be taken include:

  • Resting the hand and avoiding activities that trigger the pain
  • Applying ice to the shoulder in the painful area for 15-20 minutes, 2-3 times a day. The ice should be wrapped in a towel.
  • Performing gentle range-of-motion exercises for shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers to maintain hand flexibility

How can Physical Therapy Help with Shoulder Pain?

During treatment the immediate concern is the cease of pain, which can be very acute in certain cases. This is achived through a combination of interventions, such as specialized massage and electrotherapy, which can be effective in any case. Then passive and active kinesiotherapy, with also specialized exercises is applied. Gradually, with the increase of shoulder range of motion, a set of exercises is introduced to strengthen the muscles of scapula and realign the joint, increasing the subacromial space and averting future deterioration of the clinical condition. The interventions used are:

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He examined my neck in detail and he explained to me about my condition. He was trully compasionate about the difficulties this pain caused in my everyday life. He helped me effectively, I has my absolute confidence

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He spent a lot of time assesing my neck pain that for has been bothering me for a long time. I am already better a day after. I will continue therapies, he is an excellent professional with deep knowledge. I highly recommend him.

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Mr Danalis spent a lot of time on my shoulder pain. I am already beeter and i will carry on therapy as indicated. Excellent professional with deep knowledge. Highly recommeneded!

What is the cost of treatment

The cost of treatment is not high. The required sessions are usually 6, and in each one the treament progrmm is adjusted to the cauurent codnition. After redusing symptoms a structured exercise program is introduced to continue therapy and avert reccurent symptoms. The program is prescribed electronically, so that the patient has easy access and execute it by himself/herself. There is also the option of online supervision at a low cost. Continuous communication between the patient and the doctor is maintained for ongoing support.

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References
  • Pieters L, Lewis J, Kuppens K, et al. An Update of Systematic Reviews Examining the Effectiveness of Conservative Physical Therapy Interventions for Subacromial Shoulder Pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2020;50(3):131-141. doi:10.2519/jospt.2020.8498
  • Lafrance S, Charron M, Roy JS, et al. Diagnosing, Managing, and Supporting Return to Work of Adults With Rotator Cuff Disorders: A Clinical Practice Guideline. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2022;52(10):647-664. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.11306
  • Dyer JO, Doiron-Cadrin P, Lafrance S, et al. Diagnosing, Managing, and Supporting Return to Work of Adults With Rotator Cuff Disorders: Clinical Practice Guideline Methods. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2022;52(10):665-674. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.11307

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