Shoulder Pain: Common Causes and How Chiropractic Care Can Help
The shoulder’s extraordinary range of motion comes at a cost. When the muscles, tendons, bursa or joint mechanics are compromised — through injury, overuse, or postural dysfunction — pain can develop quickly and become surprisingly persistent.
At Barefoot Health Co, we assess shoulder pain by looking at the whole kinetic chain: the shoulder joint itself, the rotator cuff musculature, the acromioclavicular joint, the thoracic spine and the cervical spine. What presents as shoulder pain is often the result of dysfunction that extends well beyond the shoulder. Our treatment combines chiropractic adjustment and mobilisation to restore joint mechanics, dry needling and soft tissue release for the muscles driving the dysfunction. Cold laser therapy is pivotal in our treatment plan to reduce inflammation rapidly, and targeted rehabilitation via Physitrack to restore rotator cuff strength and scapular stability.
Shoulder Pain we Treat
Frequently Asked Questions
Can chiropractic help with rotator cuff injuries?
Yes. Chiropractic combined with targeted rehabilitation is effective for many rotator cuff presentations. Severe tears may require surgical assessment — if that’s the case, we will tell you clearly and support your referral process.
What is shoulder impingement?
Shoulder impingement occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff are compressed as they pass through the subacromial space, typically during overhead movements. It causes pain and weakness when lifting the arm and often worsens with repetitive overhead activity.
How long does frozen shoulder last without treatment?
Untreated, frozen shoulder can persist for one to three years. With appropriate treatment — addressing both the joint restriction and the muscular dysfunction — recovery can be significantly accelerated.
