The shoulder is one of the hardest-working joints in your body — it’s involved in almost everything you do, from getting dressed, to lifting your kids, to playing sports, to reaching for a mug on the top shelf. That’s why when it stops working properly, you notice fast.
If you’ve been getting by on heat pads, ice packs, painkillers, or even a sling, you’ll know these things can take the edge off – but they don’t usually get to the bottom of what’s actually going on.
Instead of resorting to these temporary measures, why not try visiting us at our Birmingham Chiropractic Clinic?
Shoulder pain can have a number of possible causes, including:
Our Chiropractor Lisa will take the time to listen to your symptoms. Then carefully assess your shoulder and the rest of your body, to identify what’s likely to be causing the problem. She’ll then put together a personalised plan of care.
Lisa practices Advanced Biostructural Correction (ABC™), a method that looks at how the whole posture and spine may be contributing to shoulder problems, rather than treating the shoulder in isolation. She’s one of only two chiropractors in Birmingham trained in this method.
Depending on what’s found, a plan of care may also include rehabilitation exercises to help support and strengthen the shoulder over time, rather than just addressing symptoms as they come back.
Every patient is different — but many people find that with the right plan, shoulder pain that’s been holding them back starts to feel more manageable, with movement and activity becoming easier.
Chiropractic care isn’t the right fit for every shoulder problem – Lisa will always give an honest view on that from the outset. For anyone who isn’t sure whether to book an appointment, Zest Chiropractic offers a free “Is Chiropractic Right for Me?” call — a quick, no-pressure ten-minute conversation to help work out the best next step. There’s no obligation and nothing to pay.
Patients come to see us from across South Birmingham, including Moseley, Kings Heath, Hall Green, Edgbaston, Stirchley, Bournville, Harborne and Shirley.
Important: The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results vary and are dependent on individual circumstances. If you are experiencing severe pain, sudden joint swelling, an inability to bear weight, or pain following a significant injury, please contact your GP or call 111 before booking. Lisa Archer is a chiropractor registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC) and a member of the United Chiropractic Association. GCC registration does not imply a general medical qualification.
