Baltimore Chiropractor Discusses Non-Surgical Treatments for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is a common complaint we get at Baltimore Back and Pain Center. Unfortunately, there are many causes to this particular pain condition. Like any other pain, the sooner you get appropriate treatment, the quicker the pain will be alleviated and allow you to go back to your normal day to day activities. And it is less likely you will get a recurrent and chronic problem if you seek treatment quickly.

The cause of the shoulder pain determines what treatment should be used. Therefore, it's important to accurately diagnose it before any type of treatment can begin. If you are unsure of the severity, you should get professional advice before beginning any self-treatment.

Here are some at-home suggestions to help alleviate shoulder pain, but not all of them are appropriate for every condition. Keep in mind that just resting and taking painkillers is most likely not a treatment that will help long-term.

Rest: Rest the joint and allow the inflammation to subside. However, use caution because prolonged immobilization can cause a frozen shoulder.

Ice and Heat: Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for shoulder pain.

Stretching: Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of shoulder pain.

If you are suffering from shoulder (or any other pain), call our office today at 410-662-4476 to set up an appointment so that Dr. Michael A. Dorn, Jr., DC can properly diagnose, rule out more serious medical conditions, and prescribe an effective non-surgical treatment plan that will work to alleviate your pain.