Expert Shoulder Pain Treatment at Physiovista
Shoulder Clinic
Expert Shoulder Pain Treatment at Physiovista

Shoulder Clinic

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, and that freedom comes at a price. It relies on a delicate balance of muscles, tendons and ligaments rather than a deep bony socket, so it is easily strained, inflamed or injured. Shoulder pain can make it hard to dress, reach a shelf, drive, sleep or lift your child.

The Shoulder Clinic at Physiovista Healthcare Network offers specialist physiotherapy for every kind of shoulder problem, from a stiff, painful frozen shoulder to recovery after rotator cuff repair. We find out why your shoulder hurts and build a plan to restore pain-free movement and strength.

About Our Shoulder Clinic

Your shoulder is made up of the upper arm bone, shoulder blade and collarbone, held together by the rotator cuff muscles, the labrum and several ligaments. When one part is weak, stiff or overloaded, the rest compensate, and pain follows.

At our shoulder clinic, treatment is led by physiotherapists who assess not only the joint itself but also the neck, upper back and shoulder blade, which strongly influence shoulder health. Our approach is non-surgical first, using manual therapy, progressive exercise, pain-relief technology and education. Where surgery is the right option, we prepare you before the operation and guide your rehabilitation after it.

You should visit our Shoulder Clinic if you have:

Shoulder pain that lasts more than two weeks
Night pain or difficulty sleeping on the affected side
Trouble lifting your arm above the head or behind the back
A clicking, catching or weak feeling in the shoulder
A shoulder that feels unstable or has dislocated before
Pain after a fall, sports injury or heavy lifting

Conditions We Treat at the Shoulder Clinic

Our team manages a wide range of shoulder problems, including:

Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Rotator cuff tears and tendinopathy
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Subacromial bursitis
Shoulder dislocation and instability
Labral tears (SLAP lesions)
Biceps tendinitis
Calcific tendinitis
Shoulder arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid)
AC joint sprain and collarbone injuries
Fractures of the collarbone and upper arm after healing begins
Neck-related shoulder pain
Post-operative rehabilitation after rotator cuff repair, arthroscopy, stabilisation or shoulder replacement
Structured, Step-by-Step Pathway

Our Rehab Process

Every shoulder patient at Physiovista follows a structured, step-by-step pathway.

01

Comprehensive Assessment

We review your history, work and sporting demands, and any scans or reports. We test range of motion, strength, stability, shoulder blade control and the neck and upper back to identify the true source of pain.
Comprehensive Assessment
02

Diagnosis and Goal Setting

We explain what is happening in clear terms and agree realistic goals with you, whether that is sleeping through the night, returning to cricket or badminton, or lifting your grandchild.
Diagnosis and Goal Setting
03

Pain and Inflammation Control

Early treatment calms the shoulder using gentle mobilisation, electrotherapy, taping and advice on positioning and activity modification.
Pain and Inflammation Control
04

Restoring Range of Motion

We progressively regain movement with manual therapy, guided stretching, assisted exercises and capsule mobilisation, which is especially important in frozen shoulder.
Restoring Range of Motion
05

Strengthening the Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Blade

A graded programme builds the muscles that centre the joint and control the shoulder blade, which protects the shoulder from future injury.
Strengthening the Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Blade
06

Functional and Sport-Specific Training

We prepare you for your real demands, such as overhead work, throwing, swimming, gym training or heavy household tasks.
Functional and Sport-Specific Training
07

Prevention and Home Programme

You leave with a clear exercise plan and habits that keep your shoulder healthy long term.
Prevention and Home Programme

Technologies We Use

Alongside skilled hands-on care, we use modern physiotherapy technologies to support recovery.

Therapeutic Ultrasound: promotes tissue healing and reduces stiffness
TENS and Interferential Therapy: relieves pain and muscle spasm
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): effective for calcific and chronic tendon problems
Laser Therapy: reduces inflammation in tendons and bursae
Dry Needling: releases tight trigger points in the cuff and neck muscles
Kinesio Taping: supports shoulder blade position and posture
Pulley and Wand Systems: guided range-of-motion training
Resistance Bands and Isokinetic Strength Training: objective, progressive strengthening
Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) and Shoulder Wheel: early movement after surgery

Why Choose Physiovista for Shoulder Care?

Specialist assessment of the whole shoulder complex, not just the painful spot
Clear staged plans for frozen shoulder and post-surgical recovery
Strong coordination with orthopaedic surgeons when needed
Measurable goals, including range of motion and strength
Sports and workplace return-to-activity programmes
Ask Yourself

Frequently Asked Questions