Shoulder Pain in Croydon

When Your Shoulder Won’t Let You Live Normally

woman with hand on her shoulder Did you know that shoulder pain rarely improves through waiting alone? In fact, many shoulder conditions progressively worsen without intervention. The good news? With proper assessment, accurate diagnosis, and targeted treatment, most shoulder problems can improve significantly—and even conditions that have become chronic can often be prevented from deteriorating further.

The Most Common Shoulder Problem We See

Frozen shoulder—officially called adhesive capsulitis—affects countless people in Croydon and beyond. It typically develops in stages, beginning with increasing pain and gradually progressing to severe stiffness and limited range of motion. Here’s the critical thing about frozen shoulder: timing matters enormously. When Dr. Roddy Knight, chiropractor, sees patients in the early stages of frozen shoulder, recovery can be remarkably quick with appropriate intervention. The shoulder hasn’t yet lost significant mobility, inflammation is still manageable, and the body responds beautifully to treatment.

But when frozen shoulder has progressed to later stages—when significant adhesions have formed, range of motion has become severely limited, and the condition has become firmly established—the reality changes. Treatment can still provide meaningful benefit by halting progression and optimising whatever function remains, but full restoration may no longer be possible. This isn’t meant to discourage you; it’s meant to emphasise why getting assessed sooner rather than later serves your best interests. Even if you’re in later stages, preventing further deterioration and improving your current function holds tremendous value.

Beyond Frozen Shoulder: Other Shoulder Conditions We Help

Your shoulder is an incredibly complex joint—the most mobile joint in your body, which also makes it vulnerable to various problems. You might be dealing with rotator cuff issues from repetitive overhead movements or sports activities. Impingement syndrome can develop when tendons get pinched during shoulder movement. Bursitis creates painful inflammation in the fluid-filled sacs that cushion your shoulder joint. Some people experience referred pain that actually originates from neck problems but manifests in the shoulder.

Whatever your specific diagnosis, Dr. Roddy Knight, chiropractor, begins with a thorough assessment to identify what’s causing your pain. We examine your range of motion, test muscle strength, assess how your shoulder moves through various positions, and identify areas of restriction or dysfunction. Using anatomical models and clear explanations, you’ll understand exactly what’s happening in your shoulder and why you’re experiencing your symptoms. This understanding alone often provides enormous relief—knowing what’s wrong is the first step toward fixing it.

Comprehensive Care That Addresses Multiple Factors

Shoulder pain rarely has a single cause or requires a single treatment approach. That’s why Dr. Roddy Knight, chiropractor, employs multiple therapeutic modalities specifically selected for your condition. Therapeutic ultrasound delivers deep-penetrating sound waves that reduce inflammation and promote tissue healing. Interferential therapy uses specific frequencies to block pain signals and stimulate natural pain relief. Skilled massage techniques release tension in the muscles surrounding your shoulder—tension that often develops as your body compensates for injury or restriction.

Joint mobilisation helps restore normal shoulder movement patterns that may have become restricted. You’ll receive customise rehabilitation exercises to do at home, empowering you to actively participate in your recovery rather than passively depending on treatment sessions alone. And if imaging would help clarify your diagnosis or guide treatment decisions, we’ll provide referrals for X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI as appropriate. This comprehensive approach addresses your shoulder from every angle, giving you the best possible chance for meaningful improvement.

Schedule Today

Don’t let shoulder pain control your daily life. Call Croydon Sports Injury Clinic Ltd today to schedule your comprehensive shoulder assessment with Dr. Roddy Knight, chiropractor. Early intervention makes all the difference—same-day appointments available when you call first.

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