Arthritis of the shoulder is common, though not as much as with hips or knees. At any given time, tens of thousands of people have complaints of shoulder pain due to arthritis. Limited reach, painful sleeping, and impaired ability to use the arm for daily function are all common complaints. Yes, it may hurt or make noises….But it does not mean something can’t be done to help it feel and live better.

There is no need to continue to eat pain medication daily or get routine injections in the shoulder. Did you know too many injections can actually damage the bone and tendons? And taking too many NSAIDs can cause kidney or liver issues. There is no need for this. More natural treatment options are available that can be successful.

The key to making improvement in pain, motion, or function is seeking care sooner than later. Waiting for the shoulder to become painful to the point of limiting daily activities or until unable to reach above the shoulder impairs the ability for success.

What exactly can be done?

By working with a muscle and joint expert that can help the individual regain pain-free range of motion. As motion improves, it then becomes easier to make gains in strength and overall daily function. From this point, there is a chance the noises reduce as well (but no guarantees here).

Now, does treatment guarantee all is going to be perfect with the shoulder? Unfortunately no. There are some variables outside the ability of treatment to change, BUT if the individual works hard in conjunction with a skilled provider, the person has a opportunity to live a less painful, more active life.

So the question remains, what is the tipping point in terms of pain or ability to use the shoulder that a person is willing to live with? Has it reached the point or just want to address it before it reaches that level? If so, then what action do you want? Are you just looking for some tips or advice to try? If so, may you want to start right HERE with some FREE information. Looking for more personalize information? Then click HERE to request a personal call to get your questions answered so you can begin to feel and live better.