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Frequently Asked Questions About Shoulder Pain

Our Clarksville and Erin Chiropractor Answers Questions on Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is a common problem in today’s world. Work duties, athletic activities and constant computer use can lead to physical discomfort and impairment of mobility. Chiropractic care can be helpful for these conditions, providing better alignment of the spine and relief of pressure on nerves that run to the shoulder. At French Family Chiropractic in Clarksville and Erin, we are committed to reducing pain and improving function for patients of all ages. We’ve provided the answers to some frequently asked question on shoulder pain.

Woman suffering from shoulder pain

What Are the Common Causes of Shoulder Pain?

Shoulder pain can be a troubling condition that impacts daily activities. We often see patients who have injured their shoulders while engaging in sports activities or when doing home projects. Others sustain injuries from work duties or auto accidents that leave them with ongoing discomfort and impaired movement. These problems are often a result of soft tissue and nerve damage that chiropractic care can resolve. Your chiropractor will do a careful assessment of the injury and design a care plan for your individual needs.

What Condition is Causing my Pain?

The pain in your shoulder could be caused by any number of conditions. Bursitis is a common shoulder problem that occurs when the “bursa,” small sacs of fluid that help cushion joints, become inflamed. Tendonitis can also cause shoulder pain when the cords that connect muscle to the shoulder joint become injured or inflamed. Impingement of the shoulder joint can occur when the top of the shoulder blade creates pressure on the underlying muscles as the arm is lifted. A shoulder dislocation occurs when the bone of the upper arm comes out of the socket. Of course, fractures can also occur in the shoulder joint, due to auto accidents or falls, which must heal over a period of time. Even normal aging can cause wear and tear on the bones of the shoulder joint, which can become swollen, painful and stiff.

How Can Chiropractic Care Help Shoulder Pain?

Traditional medicine often relies on strong medication or surgery to deal with shoulder pain. However, many patients have problems with the side effects of these drugs or cannot do the long recovery times involved in surgical procedures. Chiropractic care offers a drug-free, non-invasive method for relieving conditions, such as chronic shoulder pain.

What Treatments Are Available for Shoulder Pain?

We can use a variety of chiropractic methods to relieve shoulder pain. Manual adjustment helps to re-align the spinal column for better function and to relieve pressure on nerves that run into the shoulder joint. Ice and heat therapy can soothe soft tissue inflammation to relieve pain. Trigger point therapy and active release therapy can help to relieve symptoms of tendonitis and impingement, providing better function and relief from discomfort.

Make an Appointment with French Family Chiropractic in Erin and Clarksville for Shoulder Pain Relief

Dr. French and the friendly staff at French Family Chiropractic provide outstanding care and a range of services for their patients in Clarksville and Erin, as well as for surrounding communities. We offer individualized care and attention to help you manage painful conditions and improve your overall function. Contact French Family Chiropractic today at 931-919-2869 for an appointment to learn more about chiropractic care for shoulder pain.

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