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SHOULDER PAIN AND ROTATOR CUFF TENDINOPATHY

Care for sore, stiff shoulders and irritated rotator cuff tendons, in Carefree on the Cave Creek border. In most cases we can see you the same day.

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WHAT IS ROTATOR CUFF TENDINOPATHY?

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder joint steady and help you lift and turn your arm. When these tendons are irritated, the shoulder often hurts when you reach overhead, sleep on that side, serve in pickleball or swing a club. Shoulder pain can also come from bursitis, arthritis, or a stiff "frozen" shoulder.

Shoulder pain often starts to improve within about two weeks, but full recovery can take six months or longer. Keeping the shoulder gently moving usually helps more than resting it completely.

HOW WE HELP

Every visit starts with a conversation and a hands-on exam, and your first treatment usually happens the same day.

Exam firstWe check how your shoulder, upper back and neck move, and tell you plainly if you need imaging or a referral instead.
Soft tissue therapyHands-on work for the shoulder, upper back and neck muscles.
Mobility and strengthening exercisesSimple exercises to restore movement and support the joint, done at home between visits.
Shockwave therapyRadial pressure waves delivered to the sore shoulder tendons and muscles, including calcium deposits in the shoulder, to help reduce pain and increase blood flow to the area. About 15 minutes a session, with no downtime. Self-pay.Learn more →
Clear planWe tell you what to expect and check your progress each visit. As ChiroTrust members, we do not use unnecessary long-term plans.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does shoulder pain take to get better?
It often starts to improve within about two weeks, but full recovery can take six months or longer. We check your progress at each visit.
Should I rest my shoulder?
Avoid the movements that make the pain worse and heavy, strenuous exercise for a while.
Should I use ice or heat?
Ice works best for new or acute injuries. Heat helps with subacute and chronic conditions. Use a wrapped cold or heat pack for up to 20 minutes at a time.
Is shockwave therapy covered by insurance?
No. Shockwave therapy is a self-pay service. Call us and we will explain the options.
Can I be seen the same day?
In most cases, yes. Call 480-488-1282, or request an appointment online and we will call you back.

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