TOP SHOULDER PAIN DOCTOR IN NYC & BROOKLYN
Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Injury and Shoulder Conditions in Brooklyn and NYC
WE UNDERSTAND SHOULDER PAIN
Non-Surgical Shoulder Pain Treatment
At Sarrica Physical Therapy, our team of shoulder pain doctors in Brooklyn and NYC includes Doctors of Physical Therapy, Acupuncturists and Massage Therapists experienced in the non-surgical, manual approach to shoulder pain, shoulder injury and shoulder conditions. Our team is highly experienced and trained in uncovering the root cause/s of shoulder pain and looking at the full body picture to more effectively treat and heal our patients suffering with shoulder pain. By evaluating the patient as a whole, versus just treating their shoulder pain, it allows us to incorporate a multi-modal approach to treatment that is highly effective and often eliminates the need for surgery and ongoing prescription medications. Our goal is to get you back to feeling like yourself by improving your mobility and decreasing your shoulder pain.
SHOULDER PAIN RELATED ARTICLES:
Common shoulder
conditions:
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The rotator cuff refers to muscles and tendons surrounding the joint of the shoulder. A rotator cuff injury can be caused by overuse and is often seen in athletes or individuals who frequently lift heavy objects. The rotator cuff can become inflamed or even tear, causing shoulder pain.
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A strain of the ligament of the shoulder is caused by stretching or tearing and can be painful. Shoulder strains can make it difficult to move the shoulder and arm.
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Arthritis can affect the shoulder, causing inflammation or deterioration of the shoulder joint. Arthritis of the shoulder is common in older patients due to gradual wear and tear causing shoulder pain and limited range of motion.
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Physical Therapy is an effective, non-invasive form of treatment for shoulder pain.
Our highly trained physical therapist will work with you to help:
heal a shoulder injury
decrease inflammation
decrease shoulder pain
improve mobility
avoid shoulder surgery
avoid prescription medication
improve performance
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The shoulder is made up of muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints that all work together for healthy movement of the shoulder. Shoulder pain can occur when any or all of these parts of the shoulder are affected by irritation or injury.
The most common causes of shoulder pain are:
Strains
Rotator Cuff Injury
Arthritis
Bursitis
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For most common types of shoulder pain, manual therapy is an effective form of treatment. At Sarrica Physical Therapy, our doctor is experienced in treating shoulder pain and may be able to help you avoid surgical intervention.
At Sarrica Physical Therapy, our doctors are experienced in treating shoulder pain and shoulder pain injuries using various manual therapies including
physical therapy
heat therapy
cold therapy
muscle relaxation
massage therapy
acupuncture
muscle stimulation