Shoulder Pain

Overview

Shoulder symptoms may affect dressing, reaching, lifting, sleeping and work. A physiotherapy assessment considers

movement, strength, symptoms and relevant history to help guide care.

Common concerns

 Shoulder stiffness and reduced range of motion

 Movement-related shoulder pain

 Selected muscle or tendon-related problems

 Difficulty reaching, lifting or performing daily tasks

Treatment approaches

 Gentle mobility exercises where appropriate

 Progressive shoulder and shoulder-blade strengthening

 Movement and activity modification guidance

 Home exercise advice and progress reviews

Potential benefits

 Work toward improved shoulder movement

 Build strength for functional tasks

 Learn strategies to manage activity demands

 Progress rehabilitation according to symptoms and goals

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FAQs

Can exercises help shoulder stiffness?

Suitable exercises may help some causes of shoulder stiffness. The plan should be based on the cause and

assessment.

Should I avoid moving my shoulder?

Advice depends on the injury or condition. Avoid forcing painful movement and seek assessment if symptoms are

persistent or severe.

How long does recovery take?

Recovery varies according to the cause, severity, health factors and response to treatment.

Important safety note

Seek urgent assessment for shoulder pain after major trauma, visible deformity, sudden severe pain, chest pain or

breathing difficulty, or new weakness or numbness.