Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment in Maryland
Discover the use of the Graston Technique, Advanced Soft Tissue Treatments, and personalized PT to restore your shoulder function - Elite Chiropractic and Sport offers shoulder tendinitis treatment in Columbia, MD
Medical Name
- Shoulder Tendonitis
The Condition
- Shoulder Tendinitis
What is Shoulder Tendinitis
Tendon of the biceps becomes damaged, resulting in inflammation, pain and reduced movement.
Often times the injury is not inflamed and has progressed to a tendinopathy. This means the area has “become scarred down” with its own blood supply resulting in a painful and limited range of motion.
Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment
- How we handle Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment
- Advanced targeted soft tissue treatment focusing on breaking up the scar tissue to promote healing of the microtears of the muscle
- In some cases, the application of the Graston Technique can help break up scar tissue that has limited mobility
- Strengthening, range of motion and functional rehabilitation to restore stabilization of the shoulder complex
Common Causes of Shoulder Tendinitis
While most common in athletes, shoulder tendinitis is a condition that anyone can develop due to overuse of the shoulder. Any repetitive motion in the shoulder can lead to shoulder tendinitis, along with previous shoulder injuries.
Most commonly, we see shoulder tendinitis in baseball players, pitchers, volleyball players, laborers who work with their arms overhead, landscapers due to raking and shoveling, and weightlifters.
Outside of repetitive motions, shoulder tendinitis can occur due to a sudden blow on the shoulder, poor posture, irritation or bruising to the tendon, and as a side effect due to other conditions like diabetes.
Signs You Need Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment
Shoulder tendinitis first presents as shoulder pain that develops into limited shoulder mobility. You may notice joint stiffness, a sudden onset of pain, and pain worsening at night.
We tell patients to schedule shoulder tendinitis treatment in Columbia, MD at our chiropractic office when they notice any of the following in their shoulder:
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Numbness
- Difficulty with common tasks
- Clicking
- Stiffness
- Insomnia
- Restricted range of motion
Graston Technique for Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment
The Graston Technique is a go-to method for treating shoulder tendinitis. Because shoulder tendinitis often advances to having the scar tissue limit mobility, the key to restoring function is to remove the scar tissue and break it away.
The Grason Technique uses specialized instruments to break up scar tissue effectively. This can greatly improve range of motion in the shoulder for restorative function.
Owner of Elite Chiropractic and Sport in Columbia, MD, Dr. Bross walks through the application of Grason Therapy to treat shoulder tenditis. Patients can schedule online with Elite Chiropractic to make their appointment for shoulder tendinitis treatment in Columbia, MD.
We are in-network with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, United, Johns Hopkins EHP, Aetna, and Medicare. We are out of network with Cigna. Call our office with any questions about insurance coverage, billing, appointments, treatment options, and more for shoulder tendinitis in Columbia, MD.
Shoulder Tendinitis Treatment FAQ
Yes, our chiropractors are skilled and specialized in treating shoulder pain. Our chiropractors treat shoulder tendinitis and other shoulder pain in Columbia, MD with a combination of soft tissue treatments, Graston Technique, and strengthening exercises.
To cure shoulder tendinitis and restore mobility without pain, it is important to break up the scar tissue that has formed and restricted the movement. We do this with Graston Technique and soft tissue treatments.
After your initial appointment, we will advise on strengthening exercises to help restore mobility to the shoulder. All exercises should be done only after approved by your doctor. We may recommend banded exercises, floor work like bird dogs, and other gentle stretches to gently build back up the strength.
