What Is Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder joint pain might start suddenly or develop over time, affecting your ability to move your arm or lift objects. The causes of shoulder pain vary and may include injuries, such as dislocations or rotator cuff tears, overuse from repetitive activities, or chronic conditions like arthritis or bursitis. Pain can also stem from surrounding muscles or radiate from the neck or upper back. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body. Inflamed joints can limit movement and daily activities. It is essential to address the pain early to prevent the symptoms from getting worse. At Metro Spine Pain Centers, our pain management professionals offer skilled care to identify and treat shoulder pain effectively. Schedule a consultation with us at one of our practices in Oxon Hill, Clinton, or Takoma Park, MD to find relief and improve your mobility.
How Is Shoulder Pain Treated?
Treatment for shoulder pain often depends on its cause and severity. For mild to moderate discomfort, rest and at-home remedies, like applying ice or heat, can help reduce pain and inflammation. Maintaining proper posture and avoiding activities that strain the shoulder can also support recovery. For more persistent or severe shoulder pain, several treatment options are available. Exercises and stretches during physical therapy can strengthen shoulder muscles and restore range of motion. Over-the-counter medication, such as ibuprofen, helps to reduce inflammation and ease pain. Restorative medicine therapies, like platelet-rich plasma injections and prolotherapy, promote natural healing and tissue repair. Steroid injections provide targeted relief for chronic inflammation. Heat from radiofrequency ablation interrupts pain signals from specific nerves, offering significant and lasting relief. Neuromodulations may be recommended for chronic, treatment-resistant pain. Maintaining a healthy weight, staying active with low-impact exercises, and practicing proper body mechanics can also help protect the shoulder joint and prevent further injury.
What Are the Symptoms of Shoulder Pain?
Symptoms of shoulder blade pain or shoulder muscle pain can vary, depending on the cause. Some symptoms may appear suddenly after an injury while others gradually worsen over time. Common signs that indicate shoulder pain include:
- Stiffness or reduced range of motion
- Swelling or tenderness around the joint
- Pain that worsens with movement
- A sensation of clicking or popping in the shoulder
- Weakness or inability to lift objects
- Sharp or throbbing pain radiating to the neck or arm
- Discomfort that interferes with sleep
Metro Spine Pain Centers Reviews
The staff is awesome here in Takoma Park, Md. I am already a patient here, but my sister is here now. She had lots of pain after surgery. She was having a difficult time. They helped her with forms everything not making her feel like a burden in the office. Dr Drakes, was step by step getting her necessary things she needs to help her alleviate the pain she is enduring. Always a blessing to me and my sister. Thank you to the Staff and Dr.Drakes.
If it weren’t for Dr. Drake’s treatments—ranging from RFAs, MBBs, and hip injections—I truly believe I wouldn’t have been able to maintain a successful career in the makeup industry for 11 years, until COVID. I suffer from severe back, hip, leg, and arm issues from Degenerative Disk Disease and Neuropathy from chemo due to having Breast Cancer. With his care, he has continued to assist me in maintaining some quality of life as I continue to manage chronic pain.The Pain will never completely go away, but the treatments I’ve received have brought it to a manageable level. I’m incredibly grateful to Dr. Drake and his staff for the exceptional care and support they’ve provided me over the past 15 years.In addition, I would like to thank Dr. Drake and his staff for their understanding and support. At times, they have served as my therapists, providing me with guidance and compassion during some of the most challenging moments of my life.Karen H
He was very kind and helpful asked alot of questions and made alot of recommendations. Great bedside manner!
The receptionists was nice, the lobby was clean and quiet, Dr Drake and his assistant was very understanding, they listen they seem concerned, wait was a little length but not major.
Every time I go to their office they always treat me with respect.They always treat me like I'm family. And I always get the best medical treatment that I deserve when I go there.
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At Metro Spine Pain Centers in Oxon Hill, Clinton, and Takoma Park, MD, we understand the challenges that shoulder joint pain can bring to your daily life. Our experienced team delivers personalized care and advanced solutions to address your pain. With an accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans, our team uses state-of-the-art techniques, including physical therapy, restorative medicine, and minimally invasive procedures, to provide effective outcomes. Contact us today at one of our pain centers to schedule your consultation and regain your quality of life.