Need a Physio for shoulder pain relief?
We’ve got you covered. Find effective treatment and lasting relief for your shoulder pain or injury at our Brisbane clinics, in Bowen Hills or Toowong.
Shoulder pain sucks.
Shoulder pain can be debilitating, whether caused by a rotator cuff injury, shoulder impingement, or a shoulder dislocation. At Elite Health & Performance, our expert shoulder physios provide tailored physiotherapy treatment for pain relief and recovery.
Common Symptoms Include
Sharp pain doing certain movements.
Stiffness or difficulty moving the shoulder.
Swelling or tenderness around the shoulder.
Clicking sounds when moving the shoulder.
The good news is, we can help!
After treating thousands of shoulder injuries, we’ve seen just about everything. At Elite HP we offer a range of treatments including physiotherapy, chiropractic, dry needling, active release and more.
We will find out what’s causing the pain and create a personalised treatment plan to help you regain mobility and live pain-free.
Ready to finally find relief from shoulder pain? Visit our friendly team at Bowen Hills or Toowong.
What causes shoulder pain?
Shoulder pain can be caused for a variety of reasons, from serious accidents to simple movements at the wrong angle. Some common causes include:
Poor form during exercise.
Sporting injuries.
Overuse and repetition.
Poor posture/muscle imbalance.
Sudden increase in activity.
Ageing/natural wear and tear.
Underlying health conditions.
common shoulder injuries
We specialise in treating various shoulder conditions, including chronic shoulder pain, rotator cuff tendon injuries, and shoulder bursitis.
Whether you’re dealing with shoulder discomfort, instability, or mobility challenges, our experienced team can help restore suitable shoulder range and improve shoulder movement.
Rotator Cuff — Tears or strains in the rotator cuff muscles, leading to bad and aching.
Impingement Syndrome — Pain and inflammation as the tendons in your shoulder get pinched.
Frozen Shoulder — Inflammation and thickening of the shoulder joint capsule, resulting in stiffness.
Shoulder Tendonitis — Inflammation of shoulder tendons, commonly due to repetition or overuse.
How does a physio treat shoulder pain?
When you visit our physio for shoulder pain, we’ll do an assessment so we can understand your pain, how it’s affecting you, why your pain is happening and what our diagnosis is. Then we can start treatment to alleviate your pain.
Our physiotherapy treatment focuses on reducing muscle tension, alleviating shoulder muscle spasms, and addressing shoulder instability to restore optimal mobility.
Active Release Technique
Active Release Technique (ART) uses muscle release techniques that involve shortening and lengthening the muscle under pressure to break up scar tissue and tightness. It’s our primary method for treating problems relating to muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is used to elicit a response from your soft tissues (the muscle will often ‘twitch’) to release tension and aid healing. Think of it like a super-deep massage which can be very satisfying and helpful. Whilst it may look like acupuncture, dry needling is more focused on releasing tensions and knots.
Exercise Therapy
Our goal is to help you live pain-free, and even though we love seeing you, we’ve truly succeeded if you don’t need to come back! In addition to therapy, our Brisbane chiropractor will provide you with a specific program to better manage your sports injury and try to prevent it from returning.
Kinesio Tape
Kinesio Taping is used to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints, while at the same time giving the body increased proprioception and range of motion. This is a great tool to provide extended support from soft tissue release techniques.
100% Satisfaction guarantee.
Our team is very experienced. They have been worked around the world, travelling with professional athletes and being their personal recovery professional.
They’ve also been employed by many large factories around Queensland to install safety systems and treat high-risk staff members to optimise work health safety.
We are so confident in our ability to treat injuries that if you aren’t 100% satisfied with your first chiropractic session, we will refund your entire appointment fee.
That’s how committed we are to helping West End and other locals overcome their lingering pain and discomfort. So book in today, and let’s get you back to what you love doing!
What makes Elite Health & Performance different?
We find the root cause.
Our priority is to fix the root cause of your pain, not just provide temporary relief to the symptom. We want you to live pain-free, not have to come back every week for a treatment.
We use multiple techniques.
Many clinics only use 1 or 2 treatment methods. At Elite, we offer a variety of modalities in the same session including active release, soft tissue massage, manipulation and needling.
See improvement in 1 session.
We aim to make a noticeable change in your pain and mobility from your very first appointment, so you can start to restore movement and reduce inflammation right away.
Understanding Painful
Shoulder Conditions
Shoulder problems are diverse, ranging from acute injuries to chronic conditions. Painful shoulder conditions like shoulder impingement, a rotator cuff injury, and shoulder bursitis often require targeted physiotherapy for effective pain relief.
Issues like shoulder discomfort, instability, or a previous shoulder surgery can also impact shoulder movement and mobility. By addressing the underlying causes, our shoulder physio team helps you regain function and improve overall shoulder health.
Physio For Shoulder Pain FAQ
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In addition to shoulder pain, physiotherapists can help with neck pain, hip pain, and other joint or muscle-related injuries. Whether you’re experiencing chronic discomfort or recovering from surgery, physiotherapy can be an effective solution.
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Some of the most common shoulder conditions treated by physiotherapists include a rotator cuff injury, shoulder bursitis, shoulder instability, and shoulder impingement.
These conditions often require tailored treatments for pain management and mobility restoration.
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Physiotherapy focuses on reducing muscle tension, improving shoulder mobility, and addressing the root causes of pain, such as a shoulder injury or chronic conditions.
With tailored exercises and treatments, it can help restore a suitable shoulder range and improve overall function.
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Yes, physiotherapy is essential for recovery after a shoulder dislocation or surgery. It helps restore shoulder movement, reduce discomfort, and strengthen each shoulder muscle to prevent future instability.
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In addition to shoulder-related issues, our physiotherapists treat a range of conditions, including knee pain, neck pain, jaw pain, elbow pain, wrist pain, and groin pain.
Whether you’re dealing with acute injuries or chronic discomfort, our team provides tailored treatment to help you recover and regain function.
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Physiotherapists address shoulder injuries by focusing on the underlying cause, whether it’s related to the shoulder joint, frozen shoulder, or a specific shoulder problem.
Treatment may include exercises to strengthen the shoulder girdle and improve mobility, as well as techniques to relieve pain and muscle tension.
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Common shoulder conditions include rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, shoulder bursitis, and other painful shoulder conditions.
These often affect the shoulder joint, shoulder blade, or surrounding muscles, requiring tailored physiotherapy for effective recovery.
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Physiotherapy helps reduce shoulder muscle spasms by relieving muscle tension and restoring proper movement in the shoulder girdle.
This improves overall shoulder mobility and function while addressing the root cause of discomfort.
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Yes, physiotherapy is highly effective for treating complex shoulder issues, including shoulder impingement, chronic shoulder pain, and shoulder instability.
Our physiotherapists use targeted treatments to improve the function of the shoulder joint and surrounding structures.
Book today and let’s help you get back to living your life!
