Rotator Cuff Injuries

Rotator cuff injuries are quite common, although there’s nothing common about the pain. These injuries can be so painful, even the simplest of movements can be uncomfortable. If a rotator cuff injury is making your life miserable, contact West Omaha Chiropractic & Sports Injury Clinic for treatment. 

Through chiropractic care, you can find pain relief.

Causes

Your rotator cuffs are comprised of tendons and muscles designed to stabilize and facilitate shoulder movement. Tears in your rotator cuffs can produce inflammation and pain, impairing your mobility.

Most rotator cuff injuries are the result of repetitive motions, such as those performed by sports players (baseball pitchers, quarterbacks, tennis players) or professional painters, carpenters, etc. If your job requires that you perform the same motion again and again, you’re more prone to getting a rotator cuff injury. By taking frequent breaks, you minimize this risk. Age also increases your risk of this type of injury.

Symptoms

Pain is the major symptom of rotator cuff injury. The pain’s more pronounced when you move your shoulder, but it also occurs when you’re at rest. You may also experience weakness in your arms, making it difficult to lift them at all.

Treatment

After evaluating your injury, your chiropractor in Omaha can recommend chiropractic care for treatment. Chiropractic treatments consist of non-invasive, drug-free techniques and therapies designed to help your body heal naturally.

We may start with manual adjustments of the spine and shoulder to correct misalignments caused by your injury. Your treatment plan may also include hot/cold treatments to alleviate pain in the afflicted area, acupuncture, and electric muscle stimulation to decrease inflammation. Physiotherapy exercises may be added to your regimen to strengthen muscles and improve flexibility. K-laser (healing with light), nutritional counseling and massage are other therapies that can be useful in your recovery. Your chiropractic in Omaha will customize a treatment plan to reduce painful symptoms and expedite your healing.

Visit Our Clinic for Rotator Cuff Injuries

There’s no reason to live with pain when pain relief is within reach. To schedule a consultation with your chiropractor in Omaha, contact West Omaha Chiropractic & Sports Injury Clinic at (402) 334-4700!