Straightening Things Out: Physiotherapy Solutions for Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain

Straightening Things Out: Physiotherapy Solutions for Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain

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Straightening Things Out: Physiotherapy Solutions for Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain

Straightening Things Out: Physiotherapy Solutions for Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain
Sep 10, 2024
Shoulder Pain Relief

Experience Relief From Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain With Physiotherapy

Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for longer than three months. Approximately eight million Canadians, or nearly one in five, grapple with chronic pain, with a significant number reporting its negative impact on their daily activities and tasks. Those over age sixty-five are disproportionately affected by the condition, with chronic neck and shoulder pain becoming more prevalent as we age.

To understand how physiotherapy can help with chronic pain, it’s important to understand the type of pain you’re experiencing. Two distinctions to keep in mind are:

  • Acute: Pain that occurs after an injury or trauma such as surgery and can last for up to 6 weeks as it heals.
  • Chronic: Pain that persists longer than three months and is associated with conditions like nerve damage, cancer, and even poor postural awareness (the way you hold and position your body when standing, moving, sitting, and even lying down).

Physiotherapy applies therapeutic exercises, techniques, and personalized tools to treat the symptoms of chronic pain to help you improve your quality of life, regain the ability to perform daily and self-care tasks, and participate in hobbies without the pain.

Call us today to learn more about how physiotherapy can help alleviate your chronic pain.

Common Causes And Effects Of Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain

Chronic neck and shoulder pain is a unique and personal experience, and its frequency, intensity, and duration can vary from person to person. Common complaints associated with chronic pain include sudden stabs of pain, headache, and pain with a pulsing rhythm. Chronic pain can lead to fatigue, the inability to engage in daily activities, feelings of isolation, and poor quality of life.

Chronic neck and shoulder pain can occur even after physical tissue has formally healed and is caused by a variety of conditions, such as:

  • Trauma or injury resulting from a fall or following a surgical procedure.
  • Diabetes can lead to nerve damage (neuropathy), circulation problems, and inflammation.
  • Inflammation caused by autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis.

Risk factors and common causes associated with chronic neck and shoulder pain include:

  • Advanced age (65 and older)
  • Females are more likely to experience chronic neck pain than males.
  • Prolonged time in static positions, including when looking down to read or prepare a meal.
  • Social isolation due to lack of ability or motivation to participate in social gatherings and other activities because of pain.
  • Overuse results from repetitive reaching for objects and improper lifting of heavy or oddly shaped objects.

Treatment For Chronic Neck And Shoulder Pain With Physio for Seniors

We offer in-home physiotherapy assessments and services that always begin with a thorough evaluation of your medical history and current condition, followed by answering your questions and concerns about treatment and a discussion of your goals.

Then, we’ll begin a personalized treatment plan that includes elements and techniques like:

  • Pain Management: Manual therapy techniques and modalities to reduce discomfort and alleviate pain.
  • Therapeutic Exercises: These individualized exercises are used to restore your mobility and improve your strength, which in turn reduces the stress and strain on your body.
  • Education: We’ll work to help improve your postural awareness and introduce adjustments to make performing daily tasks, chores, and self-care easier and pain-free.

Getting help sooner than later is important because, when not managed correctly, chronic pain can lead to depression, anxiety, and other psychological disorders that can lead to poor quality of life. Our team can help you manage your chronic pain naturally and lead you on the path to restoring your activity and overall health and well-being to the highest possible levels. Contact

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