Do you have shoulder pain in Portland? The shoulder complex is the most mobile joint in the body and as a result, is subject to a wide range of injuries and conditions. The causes of shoulder pain are endless, but some of the most common reasons for pain in the shoulder include, neck and upper back problems, arthritis in the shoulder complex, abnormal motor patterns causing aberrant motion, participation in athletic events, and automobile accidents. Our Portland chiropractic clinic can help.

Shoulder Pain is commonly caused by injury and inflammation to one of its tendons or the rotator cuff. You might experience pain or soreness after activities such as painting, lifting, or playing a sport, which requires you to lift your arms. Or you may not remember any specific injury and could be caused by something as ordinary as sleeping on your shoulder.

Shoulder Pain is a common complaint, and it can be confusing because there are many causes. Therefore, it is important to make an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your symptoms so that appropriate treatment can be directed at the underlying problem. Some common causes of Shoulder Pain include: shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tear or tendonitis, arthritis, labral tear, dislocation, and shoulder instability. Some less common causes of shoulder pain are tumors and infections.

As is true with most conditions, the most effective treatment is dependent on the exact cause of the problem. Therefore, obtaining an accurate diagnosis is a crucial step in the evaluation process. West Portland Chiropractic is fully equipped and trained on the various techniques for diagnosing the cause of shoulder pain. Our Portland chiropractors will utilize the clinical information provided from your history, advanced imaging techniques, and orthopedic procedures to determine the exact cause of your shoulder pain. The correct diagnosis will then be used to develop an individualized treatment plan.