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SHOULDER PAIN

How the KiRO Clinic in Central London Treats
Shoulder Pain with Chiropractic Care and Functional Rehabilitation?

Chiropractic Solutions for Shoulder Pain at the KiRO Clinic.

Shoulder pain can range from a dull ache to sharp, disabling discomfort and it’s often more complex than
it first appears. With one of the body’s most mobile and vulnerable joints, shoulder problems can stem from joint, tendon, muscle, or even nerve-related causes.

At the KiRO Clinic, we provide expert chiropractic treatment and rehabilitative care that not only relieves pain but restores full function to your shoulder. Whether you’re struggling with rotator cuff pain, impingement, osteoarthritis, or lifting restrictions, our team is here to help.

SHOULDER PAIN

How the KiRO Clinic in
Central London Treats
Shoulder Pain with Chiropractic Care and Functional Rehabilitation?

Shoulder pain can range from a dull ache to sharp, disabling discomfort and it’s often more complex than it first appears. With one of the body’s most mobile and vulnerable joints, shoulder problems can stem from joint, tendon, muscle, or even nerve-related causes.

At the KiRO Clinic, we provide
expert chiropractic treatment and rehabilitative care that not only relieves pain but restores full function to your shoulder. Whether you’re struggling
with rotator cuff pain, impingement, osteoarthritis, or lifting restrictions,
our team is here to help.

SHOULDER PAIN: SYMPTOMS 
WE TREAT

Because the shoulder is a highly mobile, ball-and-socket joint supported by a network of muscles, tendons, and ligaments, it can be affected by a wide variety of conditions.

At the KiRO Clinic, we commonly treat:

  • Generalised shoulder pain and discomfort

  • Stiff or limited range of motion

  • Subacromial impingement

  • Rotator cuff tendonitis or tears

  • Biceps tendonitis

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Shoulder instability

  • Postural-related shoulder pain

  • Functional lifting and overhead movement dysfunction

Generalised Shoulder Pain and Discomfort

Often caused by postural strain, muscular imbalance, or repetitive use. Clients describe a persistent dull ache or tightness—especially with certain movements.

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Subacromial Impingement Syndrome

Occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff are compressed during shoulder movement, often leading to:

  • Pain when lifting the arm

  • Discomfort lying on the affected side

  • Clicking or catching in the shoulder

“A 2022 PubMed systematic review concluded that spinal manipulation was effective in reducing pain and disability in patients with lumbar disc herniation and radiculopathy”1.

Rotator Cuff Pain or Tendonitis

Includes inflammation or degeneration of one or more of the four rotator cuff tendons. Symptoms include:

  • Pain when lifting the aWeakness or pain with overhead movement

  • Difficulty reaching behind the back

  • Pain at night

Shoulder Osteoarthritis (OA)

Degenerative wear and tear of the shoulder joint can cause:

  • Deep, aching joint pain

  • Reduced range of motion

  • Swelling and stiffness

  • Crepitus (grinding or popping sensations)

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Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

A progressive condition where shoulder movement becomes severely restricted and painful due to joint capsule inflammation and fibrosis.

Shoulder Pain with Lifting or Reaching

Often related to muscular imbalances, poor scapular stability, or restricted joint mechanics that lead to faulty movement patterns and overload.

How the KiRO Clinictreats shoulder pain

At the KiRO Clinic, we take
a 3-D approach, identifying
the exact location and mechanism of your nerve pain before crafting your personalised treatment plan.

Detailed Biomechanical & Functional Assessment

Your care begins with a thorough evaluation of:

  • Range of motion (active and passive)

  • Strength and motor control

  • Scapulohumeral rhythm (how the shoulder blade and arm work together)

  • Posture and spinal alignment

  • Lifestyle and work-related triggers

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Evidence-based chiropractic care

Depending on your condition, we apply targeted manual therapies such as:

  • Thoracic and cervical spinal adjustments to improve shoulder mechanics

  • Soft tissue muscle release on the rotator cuff, deltoids, biceps, and pectorals

  • Joint mobilisations to the glenohumeral (shoulder) and scapulothoracic regions

  • Postural correction and ergonomic strategies

  • Promote freedom of movement and restore full range of motion

“Manual therapy combined with exercise has been shown to significantly reduce pain and improve function in patients with shoulder dysfunction”1.

Functional Rehabilitation & Strength Training

Once mobility and pain improve, we introduce a personalised rehab plan focused on:

  • Strengthening the rotator cuff and scapular stabilisers

  • Improving thoracic spine extension and shoulder blade mobility

  • Restoring functional movement patterns (pushing, pulling, lifting)

  • Preventing re-injury through postural and technique correction

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REAL RESULTS FROM REAL CLIENTS

From yoga instructors with impingement to corporate professionals with posture-related shoulder pain, we’ve helped clients return to full pain-free function without surgery or ongoing medication. Don’t just take our word for it - explore some of our successful case studies

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WHY CHOOSE THE KIRO CLINIC?

  • Conveniently located in Central London

  • Highly experienced chiropractors with extensive postgraduate training and experience

  • A blend of hands-on care and movement-based rehabilitation

  • Warm, welcoming environment and continuous support

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