Shoulder pain is a common ailment affecting people of age 18+ and the reason behind could vary. Like all the other parts possessing some or the type of joint, the shoulder comprises a glenohumeral joint or simply the shoulder joint. Out of all the joints in a human body, this joint has the maximum range of motion making it the most flexible one. So,it may be not surprising to you that shoulder pain and injuries are both prevalent and incredibly uncomfortable. 

The shoulder joint comprises three parts- the upper arm or the humerus, the shoulder blade or the scapula, and the collarbone or the clavicle.

TYPES OF SHOULDER PAINS 

The reasons behind shoulder pain may include sudden injuries or overuse  injuries. Elaborating the terms, sudden injuries may also be known as acute injuries, these can be the result of anything landing on your shoulder to twist the shoulder in an unnatural way. To be more precise, strained muscles, injured nerve, bruises, injured ligaments, injured tendons, broken bones, dislocation.

Overuse or prolonged injuries can prove to be more harmful than acute injuries. They develop gradually over time as a result of your daily activities. They are the resultant of the shoulder joint or the surrounding tissue facing excess stress, and you may not even realize something’s wrong until you suddenly find yourself with an annoying shoulder pain to deal with. 

This may include muscle strain, frozen shoulder, inflammation of tendons, bursitis(when the fluid sac cushioning and lubricating the shoulder joint becomes inflamed).

When one feels shoulder pain, they ignore it which sometimes grows with time, then they try to get rid of it by applying household methods like avoiding lifting heavy weights for some time, resting the shoulder, applying ice or warm cloth to the area in pain. But if it doesn’t end there you really need to visit a doctor, in this case, a physical therapist, and try prescribed physical therapiest.  

CAN PHYSICAL THERAPIES HELP?    

A physical therapy or simply a medical treatment is the panacea of health-related complications, often followed by a medical diagnosis of health professionals who hold the specialization in the treatment of specific areas of the human body. They are vigorously trained and then licensed to provide treatment and rehabilitation. While specialized exercises are best prescribed by your esoteric physical therapist to target your shoulder, for everyday shoulder pain, there are certain exercises you can do at home itself. These exercises may also be part of the physical therapy treatment plan, but they’re indeed a good way to loosen up any kind of tension in your shoulder and potentially help to prevent any injury from occurring. While doing any exercise, it’s relevant to know your limits and not push yourself too hard to risk another potential injury.

A few physical therapiest to cure your shoulder pain instantly may include-

Stretching

Stretching is fundamental and one of the easier therapies you could do to treat your shoulder pain. Your physical therapist may tell you more intense stretching techniques to boost your, focusing on the specific directions and positions that are limited to your body and not cause any fatigue.

Neck outpour

To placate your shoulders, slowly lower your head until your chin touches your chest and feel the stretch in the back of the neck. Then, slowly lift your head and tilt it to one side to allow the opposite side shoulder to stretch. Then, repeat the tilt on the other side.

Crosswise chest

Take one arm across your chest and hold it in place with your other hand. Release your arm slowly and repeat it with the opposite arm.

You can do this sitting on your desk while at work or even as part of your early morning stretches.

Doorway stretch

Use a doorway to relieve your shoulders by elbows making 90 degrees. Step one foot forward while pressing your palms into the doorway and then lean forward a bit, using your core muscles to remain steady. Repeat this with another foot and complete a few repetitions to let your chest and shoulders stretch and bolster.

Circular shoulder stretch

Stand with your right hand on the back of a chair. Your left hand should hang down. Move your right hand in circular motion 5 times in each direction. Repeat it on the other side. Do this twice/thrice a day.

You’ll need good treatment along with home remedies if you have a serious shoulder injury. See your physical therapist again if you have any one of the following 

– if the pain does not get better with rest and home remedies. 

– if you can’t lift your arm normally.

– if you can’t rotate your arm normally.

– if you feel dislocation in your shoulders.

– if you had pain more than once.

Everybody in their lives thinks to be disease free and stay fit but only thinking would take you nowhere. You need to work on yourself consistently. So,

EAT HEALTHY, STAY FIT AND LEAD A HEALTHY LIFE!