Shoulder Pain

Your shoulders contain some of the most flexible bones in your body, so it is easy to understand how you can develop chronic pain in this area. Each of your shoulder joints contains 17 muscles, three bones, and numerous ligaments and tendons. From reaching to grab an object above your head to carrying groceries from the car, you use the shoulder joints constantly.

Dr. Brian Vroom at Advanced Care Chiropractic in Gresham, OR, has treated patients with mild to severe shoulder pain using only natural methods for over 25 years. He welcomed Dr. Patrick Weston to the team in 2022. The doctors, assistants, and four massage therapists aim to improve your quality of life by reducing chronic pain. Here are some of the most frequent causes of shoulder pain.

Arthritis

Arthritis is a common cause of chronic shoulder pain and inflammation. Arthritis pain is mild at first and then builds up slowly over time. Problems with range of motion and stiffness in the shoulder are some of the first indications of arthritis. Regular treatment from a chiropractor helps increase your range of motion while reducing or eliminating pain.

Dislocated Shoulder

Your shoulder can become dislocated when the bone of your arm dislodges partially or completely from the socket. Injuries can cause instant dislocation of your shoulder, while joints that weaken over time can cause the problem to occur gradually. Dislocated shoulders cause severe, dull pain. Your chiropractor can realign your joints and increase your ligament strength to prevent future dislocations.

Fractured Shoulder

Your risk of fracturing your shoulder increases as you age due to your risk of falling also rising. Younger people typically experience this injury due to accidents or sports injuries. Severe pain, redness, and swelling are all signs of a fractured shoulder. Our chiropractor can help your fractured shoulder heal and reduce pain.

Inflammation and Tears

Tendonitis or bursitis can occur when the tendons and muscles in your shoulder joints become inflamed. Rotator cuff injuries are common when this type of inflammation happens. These injuries will likely cause pain every time you use your shoulder muscles. Our chiropractor can release tension and reduce pain through chiropractic adjustments and therapeutic massage.

Get Chiropractic Care for Your Shoulder Pain Today in Gresham, OR

Shoulder pain can make it challenging or impossible to do daily tasks, so contact Advanced Care Chiropractic in Gresham, OR, for chiropractic care that will have you moving around like you used to. Call us and schedule a consultation today at (503) 669-9495.