Many shoulder injuries result from tasks requiring heavy lifting or repetitive reaching motions. Along with manual labor jobs, work around the house such as cleaning gutters or hanging up wet clothes are common culprits.
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don’t go away, or when the uncomfortable feelings have certain characteristics, it’s importantnot to ignore them,andseekhelp. Ifyoukeepexperiencingshoulder clicking or “popping,” for example, it may indicate a more serious problem in the shoulderarea.Sharppainshouldalsobecheckedoutwithyourphysical therapist, as this means the shoulder joint is not moving in good alignment.There are also more easily-ignored symptoms, like a dull pain that runs along the side of your arm, or sudden arm weakness whenever you try to carry something or reach for an object. These symptoms, you should definitely not ignore. If you areexperiencing shoulder, elbow or wrist pain andneed relief now, contact the professional therapists at Edge Physical Therapy for a chance at a pain-free and active life!
Many shoulder injuries result from tasks requiring heavy lifting or repetitive reaching motions. Along with manual labor jobs, work around the house such as cleaning gutters or hanging up wet clothes are common culprits. In addition, athletic pursuits like weightlifting, swimming, and tennis can unfortunately lead to shoulder injuries. Along with these activities, passive movements can also be a problem. If you have continuous poor posture, the improperpositioningofyourshoulders,canmakeyouextravulnerable toscapula (shoulder blade) and rotator cuff injuries.
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Allofusexperienceoccasionalachesandpains fromdoing toomuch,whichdoes notnecessarilymeanachronicproblem isemerging.However,when thosepains
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You can certainly ease problems associated with shoulder injury through medical attention and physical therapy. However,protectingyourshoulders in thefirstplace isalways the best strategy. Make sure your posture is the best it can be at all times, whether it’swhileyou’re relaxing inyour favoritechair,standing in line, hitting the gym, or working long hours at your desk. Think “up and back,” because letting the weight of your head and trunk rest forward puts pressure in all the wrong places, includingyourshoulders.Positioningyourselfbeforesleep is also crucial; resting on your favorite side when the weight is onyourshouldercandefinitelycreateshoulder impingement over time. Avoid any positions where your arm is over your head while sleeping. You’ll additionally reduce wear and tear on your shoulders by being more mindful of how you use them. Does your job or sport absolutely require repetitive lifting, reaching or swinging? If so, it’s helpful to get coaching from a physical therapist—or even an actual coach—about how to reduce the strain on your shoulders by shifting your positioning and using correct technique.
Alongwithplacingyourbodymoreefficiently toperform tasks, it’s also helpful to strengthen your shoulder muscles for light but frequent daily chores as well as strenuous, repetitive motions. Try to do a combination of some basic exercises a few times a week, in order to strengthen a range of muscles, including those in your rotator cuff region. Doingwallpush-ups—essentiallyastandingpush-up inwhich you “liftoff” from thewall rather than thefloor—is oneclassic option. Secondly, consider buying resistance bands, which are inexpensive and portable. Attach them to a doorknob and pull them toward you, holding for a few seconds with each repetition. Do these reps in groups of five, two or three times a day. Lastly, don’t forget that classic “chair push-ups,” in which your arms do the work of lifting off the chair, are great for toning shoulder muscles. http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00327 http://www.moveforwardpt.com/symptomsconditionsdetail. aspx?cid=95bd746b-b25f-46f5-8373-fb56c9f6b46a
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FOUR POINT + ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. 8-10 times on both arms. Relieve Shoulder Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing shoulder pain.
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