Shoulder Pain
Osteopath for shoulder pain in Southend
Understanding Shoulder Pain
Shoulder injuries are very common. Key structures like the rotator cuff, ligaments and labrum work together to stabilise the joint, but the shoulder can easily be overloaded by repetitive use, bad posture, or heavy lifting. At our clinic in Southend, we aim to address the predisposing factors. Muscle imbalance, rotator cuff weakness, thoracic mobility, posture, and nerve compression all increase the risk of injury and are important considerations from an osteopathic perspective.
Common Shoulder Conditions
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff strain
- Bicipital tendinopathy
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Labral tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Acromioclavicular (ACJ) sprain
Causes
- Overhead activities (racket sports, weightlifting, basketball, swimming)
- Poor posture
- Desk-based work, tech use, prolonged sitting
- Traumatic injuries, falls
How Osteopathy Helps
Osteopathic treatment may include:
- Assessment of posture, active movements and muscle strength
- Orthopaedic tests
- Gentle joint mobilisation to improve range of motion
- Manipulation of the neck and upper back
- Stretching techniques to improve flexibility
- Advice on posture and ergonomics
- Rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the shoulder
Book your shoulder assessment
If you're looking for more advice about shoulder pain and how osteopathy can help, book an appointment with our principal osteopath, Michael Snell.
