Shoulder pain can limit your ability to lift, reach, or perform daily activities with ease. At Solidus Health & Sports, our Melbourne shoulder physiotherapists understand how disruptive shoulder injuries can be. Whether you are recovering from a sports injury, a workplace strain, or chronic shoulder pain, our expert physiotherapists in Clayton and Noble Park provide comprehensive assessment, evidence based treatment and individualised rehabilitation to restore strength, mobility and function.
Tears, strains or inflammation of the shoulder tendons, often leading to weakness and pain with lifting or overhead movement.
Stiffness and pain that gradually limits shoulder movement, making everyday tasks difficult.
Recurrent slipping or dislocation of the shoulder joint that requires structured rehabilitation and strengthening.
Inflammation of the fluid filled sac in the shoulder, causing pain, swelling and restricted movement.
Degenerative changes in the joint leading to stiffness, chronic pain and reduced function.
The shoulder is a very complex, mobile and unstable joint. Although it has a significant degree of mobility, its weakness in resisting forces makes the shoulder susceptible to dislocation. If you’re suffering from a rotary cuff tear, shoulder instability or impingement, or overuse injuries such as Bursitis, you’ve come to the right place.
Our shoulder physio in Melbourne is unique in how we deliver shoulder physio treatments with a focus on biomechanics, movement and musculoskeletal stability. We aim to fix problems at the source, not just treat the symptoms, so you exhaust all conservative (non-invasive) treatment options before considering surgery.
Our therapists are all licensed health care professionals who can diagnose what your body is telling you and provide treatment to help reduce pain, correct posture, decrease tension, and improve the way you move.
For athletes and gym-goers regularly performing explosive movements or lifting heavy dumbbells, the shoulder is one of the most vulnerable areas to stress and injuries. If you’re suffering from chronic pain or an acute injury, our shoulder specialists will quickly address the problem to get you back in the game.
By the end of your treatment plan, you should notice a significant reduction in pain and swelling, along with increased shoulder range of motion, stability and better coordination.
The Solidus treatment approach is designed for each individual based on their needs. Our Melbourne shoulder physiotherapists assess the problem, find the root cause and work on the correct biomechanical function of your shoulder to get you back to peak performance. Treatment will involve various evidence-based techniques, including joint mobilisation, strengthening exercises, heat and ice therapies, dry needling, and gait re-education.
Shoulder or scapular strength exercises will improve the stability and control of your shoulder during activities, simultaneously improving posture. Our shoulder physiotherapist in Melbourne will prescribe routines that incorporate resistance training with bands, weights and machines. We aim to build the muscles and ligaments that stabilise and support your shoulder.
Additionally, from a postural perspective, shoulder blade retraction and depression exercises are given to improve the movement of your upper back.
Our clinics are located in Clayton and Noble Park. If you’re ready to elevate your body, click on the location that’s closest to you, and we’ll see you in our clinic soon.
Every person who steps through the door is unique. Our expert team aims to identify the root cause of your problem and offer a treatment plan that will help you get back to doing the activities you enjoy.
Yes, our treatment plans are tailored to your specific requirements, which means you’ll get the best possible result. Our physiotherapists are experts in shoulder pain and injury, helping to relieve pain, improve function and prevent future injury.
Physiotherapists are experts in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries. After analysing the root cause, treatment will generally involve a combination of soft tissue release, exercises and manual therapy to alleviate pain and help mobility. You’ll also learn to prevent future injuries through a strengthening plan and correct biomechanics.
Injury rehabilitation for your shoulder will depend on your needs. Therapies may include massage, dry needling, taping, heat and ice, and functional exercises. Our shoulder specialists will also provide a strengthening program and biomechanical feedback to prevent future injuries.
It depends on your injury’s severity, but our supervised treatment plans generally last between 1-6 weeks. However, some injuries may take several months or more to heal. Even after treatment, we still suggest that patients continue with shoulder physiotherapy exercises to further strengthen their shoulders muscles and ligaments.
You can practise several stretches and exercises to help your shoulder joint move through its full range of motion. In addition to restoring mobility, the right exercises can also prevent shoulder tightness and further injury. We recommend Standing arm swings, Reverse flys, dumbbell rotations, and the shoulder pass-through exercise (generally performed with a long stick) to help you build shoulder strength and range of motion.
First and foremost, our physiotherapists will listen to your needs and understand the extent of your injury. We’ll then perform a full shoulder assessment where the patient performs active movements, including flexion, extension, abduction and internal and external rotation. Your physiotherapist will also check for muscle weakness or asymmetry in your shoulder.
Because of your shoulder’s many small structures, where lesions can occur inside or outside your joints, we will also require your medical history along with any treatment methods you’re currently engaged in.
Our licensed shoulder physiotherapists use evidence-based treatments that have helped thousands of patients overcome chronic injury and live an active life again. Solidus has also treated a wide variety of patients, ranging from national sports teams to everyday people who need physiotherapy.
Book your appointment today if you want friendly staff and access to the latest musculoskeletal treatments!
Get in touch with us through email, phone or booking online. Or come in and ask our friendly team if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!
