Shoulder, Arm, Wrist or Hand Pain

It is a common misconception that Chiropractors only help with back pain…

Shoulder Pain

Shoulder dysfunction is a very common problem. If the arm and shoulder blade are not moving correctly then with repetitive motions over time, pain and discomfort can occur.

The shoulder can be prone to injuries as it is a very loose joint that is only connected to the spine by one small true joint (The Sterno-clavicular joint). The rest of the shoulder is held in position by muscles. This means that an imbalance in the muscles can lead to a variety of different types of injury.

Your neck can sometimes be a cause of shoulder dusfunction, and can actually be a key element in treating a shoulder injury as a lot of the muscles holding your shoulder in place originate at the neck.

A group of muscles commonly associated with the shoulder is the ‘rotator cuff’. These four muscles can be crucial in the rehabilitation of a shoulder injury. Our Chiropractors will explain the role of your different muscles in relation to the rest of the muscles and joints that make up the very complex, but brilliant, shoulder joint. They will explain what is causing your problem and how they will be able to help.

Shoulder Pain Symptoms

What to do if you have Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can be helped with the use of ice (see “Why I need to Ice?“) in the first instance. Slight imbalances in the functioning of your shoulder can lead to long term problems, so book in to see one of our Chiropractors to manage your shoulder injury for the long term.

Elbow Pain

Elbow pain can arise for a variety of reasons, from traumatic events during sporting activity, to a fall, to overuse as in Tennis Elbow, Golfers elbow or Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI).

The Elbow enables you to bend your arm and twist your wrist. It’s a very clever joint that is constructed to allow both flexion, extension and rotation, as well as being able to transmit great forces into the upper extremity when fully straightened out and under force.

Common causes of Elbow Pain

Tennis elbow is considered one of the most common elbow conditions. It occurs as a result of repeated flexion and extension activities, most commonly associated, but not limited to, sports. Hence the name ‘Tennis Elbow’.

Golfer’s Elbow is also due to repeated flexion and extension. It affects the flexor compartment of muscles (muscle that flexes wrist), whereas Tennis elbow affects the extensor compartment (muscle that extends the wrist).

Both of these conditions result from small tears occurring where the muscles attach to the bone, leading to inflammation which becomes irritating and persistant. Both conditions occur in both sporting and non-sporting people!

We can treat elbow pain. Our aim is always to get you back as close as possible to your normal levels of activity, as soon as possible.

Elbow Pain Symptoms

What to do if you have Elbow Pain

Elbow pain can be helped with the use of ice (see “Why I need to Ice?“) in the first instance. Slight imbalances in the functioning of your elbow can possible lead to longer term problems, so book in to see a member of our chiropractic team on 01452309372 for an assessment and diagnosis. They will endeavour to get to the route cause of your pain and to assist you in managing your elbow injury for the long term, preventing recurrence.

Wrist and Hand Pain

Wrist pain can occur for many reasons, for example, sports activities (e.g wrist sprain), overuse (e.g Repetitive strain injury, RSI), systemic conditions (e.g Rheumatoid Arthritis) and trauma.

Hand pain can occur for a variety of reasons, for example, sports (e.g sprains), overuse (e.g Muscle Strains), degenerative (Arthritis) and systemic s (e.g Raynaud’s Phenomenon) conditions.

What to do if you have wrist or hand pain

Pain in the hand or wrist can be helped in the short term with the use of ice (see “Why I need to Ice?“) in the first instance. Book an appointment to see one of our Chiropractors for a consultation so that we can assess, diagnose and treat your injury, and help you to manage your injury for the long term.

Get you out of pain

At our clinic in Gloucester, every patient receives a comprehensive and in-depth assessment as our foremost priority. We provide a clear and honest explanation of what we believe is the cause of your pain and the best course of action to address it. Our goal is to restore you to your best health as swiftly as possible, utilizing specific mobilisations, gentle manipulations, and various soft tissue therapies, including dry needling when suitable. Additionally, you will be provided with a summary of your initial visit, ensuring you have a detailed record to refer to at home.

Keep you out of pain

Our clinical team in Gloucester is dedicated to preventative care. We ensure that every patient receives a fully personalised ‘home help’ programme, essential for the most effective and enduring recovery. Our approach is designed to empower you, allowing us to work together towards the most lasting solution. For an appointment or to speak with our team, call our Gloucester clinic today at 01452 309372.