With Shoulder/Arm Pain
At SEPTTM Physical Therapy, our clinicians are experts in determining the cause of your shoulder/arm pain and prescribing a course of treatment for pain relief and return of function.
Most Common Shoulder/Arm Complaints and Limitations:
- Pain, stiffness or weakness with reaching overhead or to the side
- Pain with lifting something heavy
- Pain or tightness with hooking your bra
- Pain or tightness with reaching into your back pocket for wallet or phone
- Pain or tightness with reaching behind your back to wash or scratch an itch
- Pain with putting on a jacket or seatbelt
Our Specialty
Common Shoulder/Arm Pain Conditions That We Treat
- Muscle sprain or strain
- Rotator cuff tear or injury
- Bursitis
- Dislocation
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Impingement syndrome
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Tendinitis
- Tendon rupture
- Labral tear
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
- Brachial plexus injury
What Is the First Step?
Start By Scheduling an Evaluation Appointment.
Don't Wait - Get Started Right Now!
Clinical research shows that the sooner you get started with active rehabilitation, the less likely you will need unnecessary tests, medications, or surgery.
At your evaluation appointment, you will meet with a physical therapist who will perform a thorough evaluation that includes:
- A review of your health history and your specific symptoms.
- A thorough examination that includes assessing the quality and quantity of your movements, and any factors that might put you at risk for delayed recovery or might indicate a serious health problem.
- Assessment of how you use your body at work, at home, during sports, and at leisure.
- Determination of the diagnosis and impairments that are causing your pain and establishment of a treatment plan of care.
What to Expect
What Kind of Treatment Techniques Might I Receive?
Your physical therapist will develop a personalized rehabilitation program for your condition. This program can help you safely return to your desired activities. Some treatment techniques may include:
Manual Therapy
Hands-on treatments to mobilize your muscles and joints to restore and improve proper motion and strength.
Specialized manual therapy offerings at SEPTTM Physical Therapy include:
- Traction
- Joint mobilization and manipulation
- Soft-tissue mobilization
- Myofascial Release
- Swelling/edema massage
- IASTM- Instrument assisted soft tissue massage
- Graston Therapy
Range-of-Motion Exercise
Activities aimed at improving movement of a specific joint including stretching techniques to decrease muscle tightness and help restore flexibility. There are 3 main types of range of motion (ROM) exercise: Active ROM requires very little assistance from the clinician and is done by the patient. Active-assisted ROM requires partial assistance from the clinician and is done with the patient. Passive ROM requires full assistance from the clinician and is done for the patient.
Muscle Strengthening
Exercises for muscle weakness or imbalance specific to your condition and capability. Sometimes referred to as strength/weight/resistance/endurance training, muscle strengthening exercises can include the use of weights, exercise bands, and body weight. The benefits of muscle strengthening include increased bone strength and muscular fitness.
Pain and Swelling Management
Treatments to reduce pain and inflammation and enhance recovery.
Specialized pain management offerings at SEPTTM Physical Therapy include:
- Electrical stimulation
- Ultrasound
- Iontophoresis
- Vasopneumatic Compression
- McConnell taping
- Kinesiotaping
- Dry Needling
Patient Education
Includes providing information about your condition and treatment options and identifying and modifying any factors or activities causing your pain. Instructing you in home pain/swelling management and a home exercise program will help you maintain gains in motion and strength.
Functional Training
Therapeutic activities incorporate the use of multiple parameters such as balance, strength, coordination, and range of motion. Functional activities are designed to safely and gradually progress as you recover to allow for achievement of your functional and recreational goals.
Reviews
What Our Clients Say
I broke my back and had set out to get back to a normal life for work and personal activities, like with building our home and back pack camping up the mountains. The employees at every level of the Weaverville location were very knowledgeable and cared about each patient. I learned many new exercises to heal my back, as well as how to correct or replace some exercises I have been doing for years. These improved how I treated my joints that in turn will help my back’s strength and help me be more cautious on how I do workouts in the future. I feel blessed having chosen the Weaverville Southeastern PT and will miss the many staff I encountered there. I’m very thankful I can get back to the things I love to do. Thanks! Always wanting to make you feel better never had a bad experience.