Shoulder Pain Relief in Anchorage
Given all of the fantastic outdoor activities we can engage in around our city, such as skiing, snowboarding, and hunting, it’s no wonder many residents experience shoulder pain.
What Are Some Common Causes?
While conventional medicine takes a bandage approach to relieve pain, we believe it’s important to understand the symptoms and root causes of shoulder discomfort. Here are common triggers:
- Rotator cuff injury: This common problem causes pain, weakness, and reduced movement from damaged shoulder tendons and muscles.
- Arthritis: Both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause discomfort, stiffness, and inflammation.
- Bursitis: Inflammation of the shoulder’s cushioning sacs caused by overuse, injury or other conditions.
- Tendinitis: Inflammation of tendons like the biceps tendon results in shoulder pain.
- Labral tear: A tear in the shoulder socket’s cartilage ring can cause joint pain and instability.
- Dislocated shoulder: The painful shifting of the upper arm bone out of the shoulder socket requires medical help.
- Frozen shoulder: A severely painful condition creating stiffness in the shoulder joint, making arm movement difficult.
- Muscle strain: Overuse or injury can lead to shoulder muscle strain, causing discomfort and sensitivity.
- Overuse: Pain from repetitive movements, particularly overhead activities.
- Poor posture: Slouching or hunching strains the shoulder joint and muscles, causing pain.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Our chiropractors use targeted adjustments to improve spine and shoulder joint alignment. This type of natural care can also help reduce discomfort, improve range of motion, and alleviate pressure on nerves.
In addition to adjustments, we also offer soft tissue therapies, such as myofascial release and trigger point therapy, to help relax muscles, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow to the affected area.
Our four chiropractors have many decades of combined experience addressing shoulder pain and can create customized care plans tailored to your unique needs.
Get Relief With Massage Therapy
We also offer massage therapy at the practice. This type of bodywork boosts blood circulation in the shoulder, promoting healing and easing pain. Our massage therapists apply techniques to loosen tight muscles and alleviate trigger points, enhancing flexibility and improving the shoulder’s range of motion.
Combining the Two for Optimal Results
When used in conjunction, chiropractic care and massage therapy provide effective relief. They can accelerate your recovery, help you regain flexibility and range of motion, and significantly reduce your discomfort.
Book an Appointment
You don’t have to let shoulder pain sideline you from what you love. Contact Bilan Chiropractic today to schedule an appointment.
