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Shoulder Pain and Rotator Cuff Treatment

Shoulder pain can limit sleep, work and sport. We assess what is driving your symptoms, explain it in plain English, and start treatment to settle pain and restore strong overhead function. Book online to get a clear diagnosis and a practical plan.

Common conditions we treat

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  • Rotator cuff tendinopathy or tear

  • Shoulder impingement

  • Frozen shoulder, adhesive capsulitis

  • Instability and post dislocation rehab

  • AC joint sprain or arthritis

  • Biceps or labral irritation

  • Post surgical shoulder rehab

How physiotherapy helps

Physiotherapy combines education, hands on care and targeted exercise. We teach positions and habits that calm symptoms while tissues settle. Manual techniques help reduce pain and improve movement. We then build cuff and scapular strength, restore range, and guide return to gym progressions so you can lift, reach and sleep comfortably again.

What you might feel

  • Pain when reaching, lifting, or lying on the shoulder

  • Night pain and disturbed sleep, especially when rolling onto the sore side

  • Weakness or fatigue with overhead tasks or at the gym

  • Pain with putting on a jacket or fastening a seat belt

  • Stiffness that eases with gentle movement

How long will it take

Timeframes depend on the condition and how long it has been present. Many cuff and impingement problems improve over several weeks with consistent rehab. Frozen shoulder changes more slowly and benefits from steady guidance over months. We will set realistic milestones and review them as you progress.

Simple self care tips

  • Keep the shoulder moving within a tolerable range

  • Use a small pillow or towel to support the arm when sleeping

  • Split heavy or repetitive tasks and take brief movement breaks

  • Warm up before training, cool down with light mobility

  • Short, regular home exercises beat long gaps

Conditions: Frequently Asked Questions

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