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Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain symptoms are tough and stressful. Lack of mobility may lead to increasing problems with instability or impingement which really just means – increased pain. So many shoulder conditions can be aggravated by specific everyday activities we do
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Shoulder pain can also be relieved by specific activities, so connecting with a physical therapist at PRO Therapy as soon as you’re noticing restrictions or pain is an important step in your road to recovery.

Common Shoulder Pain Causes

We want to help you get to the root cause of your shoulder pain. A full assessment is key to telling us which cause is impacting you most. Here’s a list of some shoulder pain causes you may be experiencing:

  • Pain, swelling or stiffness around the shoulder
  • Decreased range of motion
  • Weakness with movement or inability to move the shoulder
  • Disruption with your sleep
    A Rotator Cuff Injury is most often caused by progressive wear and tear of the tendon tissue over time. Pain associated with a rotator cuff injury can be described as a dull ache deep in the shoulder making it difficult to do everyday tasks

    Another common shoulder pain is brought about by a broken bone – Also known as a shoulder fracture is a partial or complete break in one of the shoulder bones. Shoulder fractures are common to the collarbone, upper arm and shoulder blade. This can cause pain, swelling, bruising, and limited mobility in the shoulder

    Shoulder Pain Treatment

    At PRO Therapy, our team of experienced physical therapists is dedicated to providing effective and personalized solutions for shoulder pain. With a wide range of techniques at our disposal, we can help you alleviate discomfort, restore function, and improve your overall quality of life.

    One of our specialized approaches is cupping, which involves placing cups on the skin to create suction and enhance blood flow. This technique can help reduce muscle tension, promote healing, and alleviate pain. Additionally, dry needling uses thin needles to release trigger points and alleviate muscle tightness. This can often be combined with electrical stimulation for added pain relief.

    To provide support and stability, we utilize kinesio taping. This involves applying specialized elastic tape to the skin in specific patterns to aid in muscle support and joint stabilization without restricting movement. Another technique we employ is the Graston Technique, which utilizes stainless steel instruments to identify and address areas of muscle tightness and scar tissue.

    Beyond these manual therapy techniques, we also focus on functional training to simulate real-life movements and improve overall performance. Our therapists will create custom rehabilitation programs tailored to your specific needs, incorporating exercises to strengthen muscles, enhance flexibility, and restore function. Furthermore, we provide guidance on activity modification and return to sport to help you safely progress your activity level and reduce the risk of re-injury.

    At PRO Therapy, our goal is to empower you to live a pain-free life. By addressing the root causes of your shoulder pain and providing comprehensive treatment, we can help you achieve long-term relief and improve your overall well-being. If you’re struggling with shoulder pain and stiffness, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team of experts. We’re here to help you find the relief you deserve.

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    The PRO Therapy Difference

    At PRO Therapy, our goal is to empower you to live a pain-free life by addressing the root causes of your shoulder pain and providing comprehensive treatment tailored to your unique needs.

    If you’re suffering from shoulder pain and stiffness, it’s easy to hope that it will go away on its own. You might think you just slept awkwardly, or it’s just a spasm, or that everyone your age has neck pain.

    If you’re experiencing neck pain and don’t know what caused it, everything you’ve tried isn’t working and you’re fed up – you’ve come to the right place. As a matter of fact, general shoulder pain is one of the most common concerns that we hear about at PRO Therapy.

    The difference between seeing one of our physical therapists and seeing your primary care doctor or another type of provider is that a Doctor of Physical Therapy is more specialized in assessing causes of pain and stiffness.

    In just a couple of sessions, we can often dial down your pain and stiffness and get you feeling better fast.

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    Mark N.
    I've had PT in many locations from many different providers. ProTherapy is the most upbeat group of EXPERT DPTs that will motivate, guide, and support you as you regain strength, flexibility or wherever you may be on your journey to greater health. And they are FUN!!
    ProTherapy has been a great partner for me through back and knee rehab along with pre- and post- hip replacement care. ProTherapy rocks!

    Dr. Lily is my PT hero! It's hard to say goodbye after so many issues addressed. But time to head out on my own knowing that ProTherapy will be there for me should I need them again.

    Thanks again to my ProTherapy PT family!
    Darlyne J
    Thank you, Pro Therapy, for excellent service and guidance for my left hip injuries. What a difference I am experiencing after dry needling, the targeted exercises, and lately the fantastic Stem Wave therapy. Special shout-out to Dr. Lilly.
    Emma H.
    PRO Therapy is the absolute BEST. I had shoulder pain/arm tingling/arm numbness in my left arm and was able to make everything go away within 4 weeks! The staff is incredibly friendly. I worked with Dr. Lily, who was PHENOMINAL. She was very caring and attentive to my questions and concerns. If I ever need physical therapy help again, I will be going back! Highly recommend!
    Jacob H.
    I worked with Dr Kelvyn on my ankle and he was excellent. Very attentive and good at changing/adding exercises as needed. He went above and beyond by adjusting my exercises to my desired activities. Extremely positive experience overall.
    Alessia C.
    I worked with Dr. Lily from January to July following a bad car accident and I can't recommend her enough!! From day one, she was incredibly friendly, supportive, and truly listened to what I was going through. She customized a workout and recovery plan that evolved with me every step of the way, making sure it suited my needs and progress.

    She also introduced me to cupping and dry needling, both of which were completely new to me, and was extremely patient and reassuring, especially knowing I was nervous about needles. Thanks to her care and dedication, I’ve seen some improvement in my back, neck, and legs.

    If you’re looking for someone who’s highly skilled, compassionate, and genuinely committed to helping you heal, Dr. Lily is the one to see! 🙂 Thank you!!
    MaryAnn S
    I have been a client of PRO Therapy since 2019 and each time I have received the best of care from the doctors I have seen. Every team member here cares about the individual and the best approach to healing. I try to deal with my pain issues with out drugs as much as possible and the care I receive from the therapists at PRO Therapy is the best. I highly recommend their services. Most recently I injured my right shoulder and arm from pulling weeds and waited too long to address the pain and limitations I was experiencing. The Stemwave non-invasive medical treatment that I have received in the past 3 weeks along with PT from one of the doctors has brought tremendous relief and is allowing me to get back to normal day to day activities. If you are looking for a clinic that treats you with respect and care as well as addressing your pain issues, don’t go any where else, PRO Therapy is your place!
    Lindsay G.
    My experience with Pro Therapy, and Dr. Lily Anderson was awesome. I had let my injury get to the point where it was disruptive not only to my training but daily life. Dr. Lily helped me set goals for each week, and I started to see improvement weekly! Now I have the tools and knowledge to maintain my recovery. So grateful for Dr. Lily and Pro Therapy.
    Makenna S.
    Dr. Lily was incredibly helpful in diagnosing and treating my knee pain! She was always so receptive to my feedback and incredibly accommodating to wherever I was at in my rehab journey. Her exercises and guidance have me pain-free after just a couple months, cannot recommend highly enough!
    Sam H.
    Lovely PTs! Easy to talk to professionals who know what they are doing and how to best help you. Scheduling appointments are very simple and they always send a reminder text the day before your appointment. Highly recommend!
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    Outstanding experience working with Dr Salfer and the Pro Therapy team. Helped me overcome a longstanding injury that blocked me from running. Am back to regular 5Ks for the first time in almost a decade and feel fantastic! Dr Salfer is great at what she does and is super patient to answer questions and provide instructions on how to do exercises. Front desk team also couldn’t be nicer. Thank you!
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