Shoulder Pain Relief After an Auto Accident

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Shoulder Pain

• What causes shoulder pain?

  Some of the most common causes of shoulder pain are auto accident trauma, sports injuries, sprains, tendonitis, torn cartilage, dislocation, joint inflammation, impingement, frozen shoulder, and rotator cuff injuries.

• My shoulder pain is from an auto accident, can you help me?

  Yes! Dr. Holcombe is exceptional at treating soft-tissue injuries that are associated with auto accidents, such as whiplash, neck pain, back pain, and shoulder pain. Dr. Holcombe will diagnose your shoulder injury and create a personalized treatment plan for your optimal recovery.

• Could my shoulder pain be caused by something else?

  Yes! That is why it is critical for Dr. Holcombe to give you a proper physical examination and, if necessary, imaging tests.

  For instance, you could be experiencing shoulder pain due to a pinched nerve in the spine.

  That is what makes chiropractors unique and so valuable. Chiropractors discover the underlying issues and treat that, rather than simply the pain symptoms.

• When should I seek treatment for my shoulder pain?

  In this day and age, there is no need to live each day in pain!

  Visit Dr. Holcombe at Jefferson Spine and Injury Center to have your pains alleviated in natural and holistic ways.

  If your shoulder pain starts to impact your day to day activities and hobbies, it is time to schedule a free injury evaluation with Dr. Holcombe.

• What treatment options are there for shoulder pain?

  Jefferson Spine and Injury Center offer multiple treatment options that are excellent at treating shoulder pain.

  These include physical therapy, myofascial release therapy, which frees constrictions or blockages in the fascia, thereby alleviating problems with connective tissue scarring or injury for shoulders.

  Every treatment plan is customized exactly to your specific pains and needs to promote a full recovery.

• What are common sports shoulder injuries?

  Three common sports injuries that involve the shoulder include:

   

  1. Shoulder Instability

  Sports that involve repetitive movements (like a baseball pitcher) can suffer from this.

   

  This occurs when your ligaments, tendons, and muscles no longer secure your shoulder joint. As a result, the round, top part of your humeral head dislocates or subluxates.

   

  2. SLAP Tear

  This is the deterioration of the cartilage around your shoulder socket.  Similarly, this is due to repetitive motions. 

   

  3. Rotator Cuff Injuries

  This causes a limited range of motion, pain, and overall stiffness.

• What is Frozen Shoulder?

  Frozen shoulder is a condition that is often characterized by pain and stiffness in your shoulder joint.

   

  Symptoms typically include a limited range of motion, shoulder pain, and stiffness.

• What is Bursitis?

  The bursa is a small cushioning sac in the rotator cuff.

  When this becomes inflamed, it is known as bursitis. When this occurs, they may press against tendons and muscles, restricting their motion.