Shoulder
Shoulder pain limits everything overhead. We help you lift again.
Shoulder pain during overhead activity, at night, or during gym work is a common presentation at Stance. We distinguish between structural and movement-based causes before designing your programme.
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Common symptoms
- —Pain with overhead reaching or lifting
- —Night pain, especially lying on the affected side
- —Weakness when pressing or pulling
- —A clicking or catching sensation in the joint
- —Limited range of motion in any direction
Common causes
- —Rotator cuff weakness or tear
- —Subacromial impingement from poor scapular control
- —Biceps tendinopathy
- —AC joint degeneration
- —Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
How Stance approaches shoulder pain
Using VALD Dynamo, we objectively measure rotator cuff and scapular muscle strength to find the specific deficits driving your symptoms. Our programme rebuilds shoulder mechanics from the ground up — not just the symptomatic structure.
Relevant services
Pain & Injury Recovery
Assessment-led recovery for musculoskeletal pain — whether it's chronic, recurring, or from a specific incident. We find the root cause and build a targeted, progressive plan.
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Structured, phased rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery. We use objective criteria — not just the calendar — to progress you through each stage of recovery.
Sports Injury & Return to Sport
Injury-to-sport rehabilitation for recreational and competitive athletes. We don't just fix the injury — we test your readiness to return and make you more resilient than before.
Frequently asked questions
Will I need surgery for my shoulder pain?
Most shoulder conditions resolve with structured physiotherapy. Surgery is typically a last resort after 3–6 months of quality conservative management.
How long does rotator cuff rehab take?
Mild tendinopathy: 6–8 weeks. Partial tears: 12–16 weeks. Full tears managed conservatively: 16–24 weeks or more.
Ready to find the root cause?
Our clinical team uses objective testing to build a personalised plan around your specific needs.
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