Most people are familiar with chiropractic care as a treatment for back or neck pain. For those that suffer from other types of pain including knee, arm, or shoulder pain, chiropractic can also provide natural pain relief. That’s because chiropractic care treats the extremities of the body with adjustments to the smaller joints like the fingers, toes, and shoulders. Here's how chiropractic can help with frozen shoulder and shoulder blade pain.
Shoulder Anatomy
Did you know the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body? That means it can also be a common source of pain and discomfort. The shoulder is surrounded by bursa, nerves, tendons, and tissues, which means many different tears can occur in the area. Additionally, neck pain can also radiate from the shoulder joint. If you are experiencing limited range of motion and pain, Dr. Brandon Bird may be able to help!
Frozen Shoulder?
If you have experienced shoulder pain, you may be familiar with the term ‘frozen shoulder’, but what exactly is it? Frozen shoulder’s medical name is adhesive capsulitis. Its symptoms include shoulder pain, shoulder stiffness, and eventually a decrease in joint range of motion. Minor cases might mean mild pain, but more severe cases can leave the patient unable to move their arm.
The cause and progression of frozen shoulder varies with each individual. There are often no preceding traumatic events and the symptoms seem to appear out of nowhere. Fortunately, chiropractic care can help.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help Shoulder Pain
If you suffer from shoulder pain, there are a few different ways that chiropractic care can help. The first is by focusing on the upper thoracic and cervical spine range of motion. The way the neck and upper back move affects the ability of the shoulder to function. Additionally, the portion of the nervous system that communicates with the shoulder exits from the lower part of the cervical spine. Improving nervous system communication and increasing spinal joint motion can be helpful for the healing process.
Secondly, the shoulder itself can be adjusted. There are different joints that can become restricted which will affect shoulder health. Manipulations to these joints can restore proper motion, position, and function.
Additionally, there are simple range of motion exercises that can be done at home. There are also stretches that can help improve flexibility.
Schedule a Consultation at Your Local Voorhees, NJ Chiropractor
When you experience shoulder pain, it can greatly impact your quality of life. The good news is you don’t have to suffer through it! To get started with a natural, non-invasive, and effective treatment for frozen shoulder and shoulder blade pain, click here to request an appointment at Bird Chiropractic.
