HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOUR PAIN This is why so many issues regarding pain in the shoulder, elbows, and wrists typically become chronic. Since it is difficult to allow these body parts time to properly rest, they continue being overused and the pain can actually worsen. you to strengthen the surrounding muscles while improving range of motion, which together will likely alleviate some of the pain associated with your injury.
EXERC I SE ESSENT I AL S Try this movement to help with shoulder pain. REVERSE FLY | SINGLE ARM WITH DUMBBELL Start with one knee on a bench, a dumbbell in hand as shown. Bring weight out to the side, even with your shoulder. Return to the start position with control. Repeat for 8-10 reps on each arm. Don’t assume that pain in your shoulder, elbows, or wrists will go away on its own. It ismore common for the pain to worsen, and compensating for the pain by overusing the opposite arm can cause further injury to develop. For support with learning how to manage the pain, and to learn exercises and techniques that can help you overcome the injury and restore proper strength and functionality to your shoulders, elbows, and wrists, contact your physical therapist. If you’re suffering fromneck pain, call Elliott Physical Therapy for more information or to schedule your consultation!
Treating Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist Pain. Addressing the pain early on is the best way to prevent an issue from becoming chronic. Turning to medication and braces for pain management is not a long-term solution and will only push off the inevitable truth — that you need to find a solution for the problem that is causing you pain. Physical therapy is the ideal tool for support in this regard. Working with a physical therapist will provide you with an opportunity to understand what movements may be causing further discomfort, and can help
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