What we treat

Shoulder pain chiropractor in Elephant & Castle, London

Shoulder pain that bites when you press, pull or reach overhead is often a mechanical and soft-tissue problem. The assessment identifies what's involved and whether treatment here is appropriate.

Chiropractor working on a patient's shoulder blade at MotionFix, Elephant & Castle

What causes shoulder pain?

Shoulder pain usually involves more than the shoulder joint itself. The rotator cuff, shoulder blade, upper back and neck all need to work together, and pain often comes from overload of the cuff or tendons, restricted movement in the shoulder blade or upper back, or irritation referred from the neck.

How does MotionFix treat shoulder pain?

We assess the whole area to find what's overloaded and what isn't doing its share. Treatment may combine soft-tissue work, dry needling and movement restoration with progressive exercises to build the tissue's capacity for training.

Can I still lift with shoulder pain?

Often, with changes. Pressing and overhead work can show up shoulder weak points quickly, so we identify yours and adjust your training rather than just telling you to stop.

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Shoulder Pain — common questions

Is my shoulder pain a rotator cuff problem?

It often involves the rotator cuff, but rarely only that. The assessment looks at the other contributors so treatment targets the right thing.

Can I keep training upper body?

Often yes, with sensible modification. We adjust load rather than removing it altogether where that's safe.

Get it assessed properly.

Book an assessment for shoulder pain and get a clear explanation of the likely cause and your options.