Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can result from injury, from an unrelated disability condition that puts stress on your shoulder, or perhaps from a chronic degenerative condition. However, neck and shoulder pain can be effectively addressed through a number of pain management options, such as exercise, physical therapy, medications, and, in some cases, shoulder surgery. You needn't resign yourself to living with shoulder pain; instead, read the following articles to learn more about possible causes, types of treatments, and ways to ease your pain.
Shoulder pain has a variety of symptoms, depending on age and the triggering event. To find treatment options, read here about everything from creams to a sling.
Shoulder pain was reduced 55 percent in a study of regular wheelchair users when they switched to wheels that have two gears. Downhill brakes and slower ascents contributed to their ease of use.
Shoulder Pain for Wheelchair Users Reduced with Two-Gear Wheelchair
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Articles
Shoulder Pain Decreased with Acupuncture Treatment
According to a recent study, spinal cord injury patients had a significant decrease in shoulder pain after acupuncture treatment, regardless of the location of their injury. Might this pain treatment...
Wheelchair User? How to Avoid Sore Shoulders
Wheelchair users commonly complain of shoulder joint pain. To avoid sore shoulders, you have to increase muscle strength and flexibility. Here are three simple exercises to get you rolling without the...
