Are You Suffering From Shoulder Pain?
Want to know the #1 single best test to see if you have a rotator cuff problem that you can do at home? • Does You Shoulder Bother You at Night When You Sleep on That Side? • Do You Have Pain Reaching Into the Back Seat of the Car? • Does Your Shoulder Hurt When Reaching? Up to a Shelf? Behind Your Back When Getting Dressed? If so, then there is a quick and easy test to find out what may be causing your shoulder problem. Shoulder problems are very common. They can occur at any age, but most commonly between the ages of 30-60 years old. The most common problem of shoulder pain–and one that we most often see at our clinic–is Shoulder Impingement (the fancy Physical Therapy term). It looks like the diagram to the right. See the bone that sticks out on top called the “Acromion”? (FYI – That’s a picture of a Right Shoulder…from the front…and that Acromion is part of the shoulder blade). Under the Acromion is a small space. In that space is one of your Rotator Cuff Tendons (The Supraspinatus). Don’t worry…there won’t be a test on these names!! So what happens is this: As we become more of a “Birthday Candle Expert” as time goes by, that space can start to narrow and close down. At first, it will cause inflammation, or swelling, in the tendon that can later lead to Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Arthritis. Eventually this can cause damage, or fraying of the tendon, which can lead to a partial tear–or worse, if left untreated, can cause a full rotator cuff tear. Luckily, most shoulder problems give you early warning signs that something is wrong. And there are steps you can take today to keep more damage from happening. If you or someone you know is suffering from shoulder pain, this is for you!
If you think you’re suffering from shoulder impingement or a shoulder injury, call 425.820.2110 or visit www.waptrehab.com to schedule your appointment today!
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