The Movement Doctors are the Upstate’s shoulder pain experts
Athletes and active adults push through pain—it’s part of your nature. But knowing when pain is more than just discomfort is key to avoiding a serious injury.
Following a comprehensive evaluation to establish the root cause of your pain, we’ll develop a personalized plan of treatment that empowers you to move confidently and without fear of further injury.
Don’t let small pain become a big setback
Untreated shoulder pain can worsen existing injuries and lead to new ones, as compensatory movements push the body out of alignment. If you’re experiencing shoulder pain, don’t wait for things to get worse - schedule an evaluation with us today.
Ultimate Guide to Shoulder Pain
If you are starting your recovery journey, we’d love to be your partner. In the meantime, this essential guide can get you on the road to recovery today!
- Understanding Your Treatment Options
- Recovery times & Milestones
- Essential Exercises for Prehab
- Ensuring Long-term health
Ultimate Guide to Shoulder Pain
If you are starting your recovery journey, we’d love to be your partner. In the meantime, this essential guide can get you on the road to recovery today!
Shoulder Pain Frequently Asked Questions
- What causes shoulder pain?
Shoulder pain can be caused by various issues, including rotator cuff injuries, tendonitis, bursitis, arthritis, or impingement syndrome. Overuse, repetitive movements, or acute injuries from sports or physical activity can also contribute to pain. In some cases, shoulder pain may be referred from neck or back problems.
- What causes pain between the shoulder blades?
Pain between the shoulder blades is often due to poor posture, muscle strain, or overuse from activities like lifting, pulling, or sitting for long periods. It can also be linked to underlying conditions such as herniated discs, spinal issues, or even referred pain from the heart, gallbladder, or other organs.
- What causes top of shoulder pain?
Top of shoulder pain is commonly caused by shoulder impingement, acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries, or rotator cuff issues. Overhead activities, sports injuries, and degenerative conditions like arthritis can also lead to pain in this area.
- How do you relieve shoulder and shoulder blade pain?
In general, rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medications are commonly recommended for shoulder and shoulder blade pain.
Ultimately, however, the best solution for shoulder pain is finding the root cause and addressing it with a personalized program of care. Relieving the pain is only the first step—and at The Movement Doctors we go deeper to address the biomechanical issues at the root, helping you recover fully and prevent future problems. If you can’t come in for an evaluation or you want to get started immediately, we've created an injury recovery guide designed for athletes and active adults. You can find that guide here.
- When is it time to see The Movement Doctors?
It's time to see The Movement Doctors if your shoulder pain lasts more than a few days, affects your range of motion, or interferes with daily activities. Additionally, if you experience severe pain, weakness, or tingling, it’s crucial to get a professional evaluation to prevent further injury.
As an athlete or active adult, you’re used to pushing through discomfort, but ignoring pain can lead to more severe injuries. Relieving the pain is only the first step—we go deeper to address the biomechanical issues at the root, helping you recover fully and prevent future problems.
Our Mission
Our mission to empower those for whom movement is a way of life.
We are the architects of comebacks, and the engineers of success. The experts who have seen this before, and the partners that finally solve the problem. We are the attendants to champions, and the heralds of victory. We are… The Movement Doctors.
How We Work
Part art, part science - our work combines cutting edge techniques with hard-won insights to ensure our clients leave the recovery process stronger than ever.
Here For You
For athletes and active adults, physical therapy isn’t just about relieving pain. It’s about getting back on the path to achieving your goals. We act as partners on that journey, with a program tailored to your unique mind, body, and story.
A Bespoke Experience
With a boutique, personalized experience - you’ll feel the care and intentionality of our team from our first conversation to our final session.
