Shoulder physical therapy utilizes specific stretches and exercises that will target your shoulder(s) and surrounding muscles and tendons. If you have a shoulder injury and do not get it taken care of by a physical therapist, your body will often end up compensating for the injury causing further issues. By using the Evolve method for shoulder physical therapy, our physical therapists will focus on the following: restoring alignment, functionality and mobility, and flexibility. Your shoulder PT will also show you special stretches and exercises to continue to use at home. While there is no set cure for shoulder pain, this shoulder physical therapy has been proven time and again to greatly reduce pain while improving flexibility, functionality, and mobility.

Why will our physical therapists focus on restoring alignment, flexibility, functionality, and mobility?

Alignment & Stability: When you learn about proper form and pay attention to your movements, you will be able to improve stability.

Range of Motion: You won’t be able to completely heal without focusing on restoring your range of motion. My team and I can help you regain mobility in your shoulder through range of motion related shoulder therapy exercises.

Strength Training: If you’ve had an accident or injury involving your shoulder you will need to rebuild the strength in those muscles to complete every day activities.

How Can Shoulder Stretches and Exercises Help My Shoulder Injury?

• Stabilize the shoulder and supporting muscles and tendons.
• Promote better shoulder alignment
• Allows for mobilization of any stiff muscles
• Improvement of functionality
• Enhances neuromuscular control
• Assists in relieving pain
• Greater muscle strength
• Improved mobility
• Increase in flexibility
• And can even help you breathe easier

If you decide to work with an shoulder physical therapist to help correct your shoulder issues, your entire treatment plan could consist of around 8-20 different shoulder physical therapy sessions that will each last 60-90 minutes. Once you complete your personalized shoulder physical therapy treatment plan, you will be able to continue to do the prescribed stretches and exercises utilized during your shoulder PT sessions yet in the comfort of your own home.

Can You Benefit From Shoulder Physical Therapy?

This method of treatment for shoulder pain and shoulder injuries can be beneficial for children as well as adults. Anyone who is suffering from the pain and irritation that is often associated with shoulder injuries may benefit from shoulder physical therapy and related stretches and exercises.

Other Treatments for Shoulder Injuries

Shoulder physical therapy is an excellent nonsurgical treatment for shoulder injuries. However, depending on the severity of your case, bracing or surgery may be recommended. With bracing, you will wear a brace to stop your shoulder from curving any further. If you have a severe shoulder injury then your physical therapist may recommend alternative medical treatment such as shoulder surgery.

Should I Consider Shoulder Physical Therapy?

Chronic Pain: If you or your child has chronic shoulder pain they may benefit from physical therapy, exercises, and manual therapy. With shoulder physical therapy the main goal is to prevent your shoulder from continuing to decline even more. This noninvasive method has been proven to prevent injury, as well as improve alignment and mobility of the ankle and supporting muscles and tendons. If you or someone you care about is suffering from shoulder pain or a shoulder injury, then shoulder physical therapy may be the perfect option. To learn more about physical therapy for shoulders, or to schedule a free shoulder PT consultation, feel free to reach out to my team and I today.