Can a chiropractor treat shoulder pain?

Yes. Shoulder pain frequently comes from restricted neck, rib and shoulder blade mechanics, all of which respond well to chiropractic care and soft tissue therapy.

What helps frozen shoulder?

A combination of gentle joint mobilization, soft tissue therapy, laser and a steady stretching and strengthening program.

Can shoulder pain come from my neck?

Yes. A pinched or irritated nerve in the neck often causes pain around the shoulder blade and down the arm. That is why we always check the neck as part of a shoulder exam.

Does shockwave therapy work for shoulder tendon pain?

Shockwave therapy is commonly used for stubborn tendon pain, including rotator cuff tendonitis. We decide whether it fits your case after your exam.

How many visits will I need?

It depends on the cause and how long you have had the pain. Dr. Nazario explains the recommended plan after your first exam, before care begins.

Do I need an MRI first?

Usually not. We begin with a hands-on exam and in-office X-rays when needed, and refer you for an MRI or to an orthopedist if we suspect a tear.

Shoulder Pain Treatment In Orlando

Shoulder Pain Usually Starts Somewhere Else

Looking for shoulder pain relief in Orlando, FL? At Mattia Spinal Care & Rehab Center, Dr. Guillermo Nazario finds out why your shoulder hurts, then treats the joint, the neck and the shoulder blade together so you can reach, lift and sleep comfortably again — without surgery or relying on pain pills.

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, and it depends on the neck, upper back and shoulder blade working correctly. When those areas stiffen, the rotator cuff takes the extra load — which is why so much shoulder pain, impingement and tendonitis is really a movement problem, not just a shoulder problem.

We see rotator cuff strain, impingement, frozen shoulder, bursitis, and shoulder pain referred from a pinched nerve in the neck.

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What You Need to Know

Treatment addresses the whole chain — the neck, the shoulder blade and the joint itself — so relief holds.

Evaluation of the neck, shoulder blade and rotator cuff
Adjustments to restore joint and rib motion
Shockwave and Class IV laser therapy for tendon pain
ART and IASTM soft tissue work
Progressive strengthening for the rotator cuff

Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can build slowly from posture and repetitive use, or start suddenly after a fall, lift or car accident. The most common causes we treat in Orlando include:

Rotator cuff strain and tendonitis
Shoulder impingement (pain when lifting the arm overhead)
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Bursitis
Pain referred from a pinched nerve in the neck
Sports and overuse injuries from golf, tennis, swimming and the gym
Desk and phone posture that rounds the shoulders forward

What to Expect at Your First Visit

We start by talking through when the pain began, what movements make it worse and how it affects your day. Dr. Nazario then checks your neck, upper back, shoulder blade and rotator cuff with hands-on tests for strength, range of motion and nerve function. X-rays can be taken in our office when needed.

You leave knowing what is causing your pain and what your care plan looks like. If anything points to a tear or another problem that needs a specialist, we refer you.

When to See a Chiropractor for Shoulder Pain

Pain that has lasted more than a week or keeps coming back
Trouble lifting your arm, reaching behind your back or overhead
Pain that wakes you up when you lie on that side
Shoulder pain together with neck pain, tingling or numbness in the arm
Shoulder pain after a car accident or fall

Shoulder Pain Relief Near Dr. Phillips and Windermere

Our office is at 8915 Conroy Windermere Road, Floor 2, in the Shoppes of Windermere, Orlando, FL 32835. Patients come to us from Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Bay Hill, MetroWest, Winter Garden, Ocoee and across Orlando. Se habla español.