IS SHOULDER THERAPY RIGHT FOR YOU?
Athletes rely on their shoulders, the body’s most mobile joint, for strength training and other daily activities, so shoulder pain can dramatically hinder day-to-day life and sports performance.
At MOTIVNY, your physical therapists will always take a holistic approach. We assess your body as a whole to treat your current symptoms and prevent further injury to the entire body, not just the shoulder.
If you’re wondering whether shoulder physical therapy is right for you, check out some of the most common symptoms we treat:
IMMOBILITY
Shoulder problems often lead to difficulty performing simple mobility movements like carrying or lifting items, or putting on clothes.
PAIN
Pain radiating through the shoulder, upper arm, and around the shoulder blade is a symptom of nearly every shoulder injury and can be acute, chronic, or movement-specific.
STIFFNESS
Muscle stiffness and weakness, which lead to limited motion and prolonged frustration, are common symptoms of shoulder issues.
DISRUPTION
Your day-to-day activities, including working, exercising, and socializing, might be disrupted.
“I’ve been going to MOTIVNY for a few years already. They have the most amazing team - very professional and compassionate... David & Luke are always going the extra mile - they are both athletes, so they just get it! To add, the space is very neat, clean & minimalistic. I love this place!”
Eve M.
A UNIQUELY HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SHOULDER PHYSICAL THERAPY
Common Causes of Shoulder Pain
Your physical therapist won’t just target your shoulder pain and discomfort. They’ll take the time to assess your unique situation and discover what might be causing your pain, how to alleviate it, and how to prevent further sports injury. Some common shoulder pain causes that your therapist might specialize in are:
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Arthritis
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AC Joint Sprain
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Biceps Tendonitis
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Bursitis
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Dislocated Shoulder Joint
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Exercise-related Injury
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Frozen Shoulder
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Impingement Syndrome
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Labral Tear
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Multi-directional Instability (MDI)
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Rotator Cuff Tears
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Shoulder Fracture
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Shoulder Instability
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Upper Crossed Syndrome
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Brachial Plexus Injuries
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Radicular Neuropathy
...And more. Whatever your pain source is, our best-in-class physical therapists are skilled in every area and will take the time to treat you where you need it (and beyond).
MOTIVNY’s Approach to Shoulder Physical Therapy
Manual physical therapy for shoulders is a hands-on approach focusing on deeply working your joints and tissues without machinery.
We use various manual physical therapy techniques to treat athletes holistically and address the underlying cause of the injury. Check out our FAQ section to see what types of techniques we use.
Plus, you can work with our elite coaches to complement your physical therapy with one-on-one training.
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The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Shoulders
REDUCE PAIN
Alleviate acute and chronic pain and relieve mental frustration.
IMPROVE MOBILITY
Recover from injury and gain better range of motion.
GET BACK TO NORMAL LIFE
Resume your daily activities and exercise routine.
“Best Physical Therapists in NYC. You get full attention from the Physical Therapist for the entire hour session. They [also] teach you to take care of yourself - they give you the knowledge and tools to monitor your injury at home so you can keep improving and get better faster, so you can avoid having the same injury in the future.”
Ian A.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We’re here to answer any questions you have about shoulder physical therapy. If you want even more information, check out: Physical Therapy 101: The Ultimate Guide to All Things PT.
What kind of techniques do you use for shoulders physical therapy?
We pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of manual physical therapy best practices and techniques. Your therapist might also treat you with:
- Targeted massage
- Exercise therapy
- Heat/cold therapy
- Joint mobilization
- Custom training program
- Pain modulation techniques
- Postural awareness and symptom management
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Joint mobilization and manipulation
- Functional Release manual therapy
- Myofascial decompression and cupping
- Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization
- Functional Range Conditioning exercise therapy
- Rocktape kinesiotaping
- VALD Force Plate plyometric testing
- VALD Isometric strength testing
- Pain modulation techniques
- Customized home exercise programs through the MOTIVNY app
Will you only treat my shoulders?
No! Our approach is about looking at YOU, not just your knee pain. We believe a holistic treatment that assesses and manages the “why” behind your issue is the way to resolve your pain and keep it from returning.
Where can I find pricing and insurance information?
You can visit the FAQ section at the bottom of our Physical Therapy page for more information on pricing, insurance, and referrals. Feel free to reach out if you have more questions; we’re here to help.
How do I make an appointment?
Click the Book Now button in the upper right-hand corner!
What sort of patients do you work with?
We have the expertise to see patients of all backgrounds, with any musculoskeletal or neurological injuries, as well as post-op surgical procedures.
We most commonly see athletes, both recreational and professional, adolescent and adult. We pride ourselves in our ability to bridge the gap between rehab and performance, and get our patients back to their preferred fitness activities better than before they got injured.