STOP IT BEFORE IT STARTS SIMPLE TIPS TO PREVENT SHOULDER PAIN
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However, many shoulder injuries are actually overuse injuries, meaning the pain and immobility symptoms occur due to repeated micro-injuries in your shoulder’s tissue. Often, sports-related shoulder injuries are actually due to overuse, as repeated overhead motions (such as throwing a ball or certain swimming strokes) put stress on the shoulder joint, leading to symptoms. Using improper form can also contribute to overuse injuries, such as improper posture — a weak upper back strains your shoulder muscles, making them do more work than needed. Preventing shoulder pain is really about preventing these overuse injuries. By making small changes, you can keep your shoulders strong, healthy, and pain-free! 5 Ways You Can Help Prevent Shoulder Pain 1. Strengthen your upper body: Strong upper back and shoulder
stretches that can do wonders — just make sure you never force a movement! 3. Don’t forget to warm up first: Many popular recreational activities put you at risk for a shoulder injury, including swimming, pickleball, and tennis. It’s crucial that you warm up your shoulder before you dive in. Try some quick cardio paired with active shoulder stretches (like arm circles). 4. Maintain proper posture: Proper posture isn’t about standing up straight all the time; it’s about maintaining postural awareness and keeping your spine in alignment no matter what you’re doing. And if you have a sedentary job, move around regularly. Both habits will help keep your upper back and shoulders strong. 5. Pay attention to ergonomics: If your workspace isn’t shoulder- friendly, you might wind up with an overuse injury. Simple changes — like adjusting the height of your computer monitor or maintaining good posture when using hand tools — will reduce repetitive stress and lower your chances of developing shoulder pain. Need A Little Help? We’ve Got You The Restore Physical Therapy physical therapists can help you prevent shoulder injuries as easily as we can treat them! Whether you’re looking for a shoulder stretch and strengthen routine, postural corrections, or some simple ergonomic adjustments, we’re here for you. Call us today to get started! 856-396-8131 Exercise Essentials Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding dumbbells at your sides. Raise both arms straight in front of you to shoulder height, keeping elbows slightly bent. Lower slowly and repeat to strengthen the shoulders. 3 sets, 10 reps. DUMBBELL FRONT RAISE
muscles are better able to provide the shoulder joint with the support and stability it needs, meaning you’ll be less likely to suffer an injury. Not sure how to get started? Our PTs can walk you through some appropriate exercises. 2. Keep your mobility: We can show you simple range of motion exercises that will get the blood flowing to your joints, keeping them healthy. Reaching overhead, across your body, or behind your back are all basic
Celebrating 19 Years of Helping You Move Better! This June, Restore Physical Therapy is proudly celebrating 19 years of serving our community! Since day one, our mission has been to help you move, feel, and live your best. Thank you for trusting us with your care over the years — we couldn’t have done it without you! Here’s to continuing the journey toward health and wellness together.
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