Shoulder pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including tendon irritation, muscle strains, bursitis, rotator cuff injuries, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, arthritis, or sports injuries. A thorough assessment can help identify the exact cause and guide the most effective treatment.

Pain when lifting your arm is often associated with irritation of the rotator cuff tendons, shoulder impingement, bursitis, or muscle weakness. The specific cause can vary, which is why an accurate diagnosis is important.

You should consider seeing a physiotherapist if your shoulder pain has lasted more than a few days, is affecting your sleep, limiting your movement, preventing you from exercising, or making everyday activities such as dressing or reaching overhead difficult.

Night-time shoulder pain is common with conditions such as rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, and frozen shoulder. Lying on the affected side or remaining in one position for long periods can increase irritation and discomfort.

Yes. Some shoulder conditions can cause pain to travel into the upper arm. In other cases, pain extending further down the arm may be related to irritation of the nerves in the neck. A physiotherapy assessment can help determine the source of your symptoms.

Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and a gradual loss of shoulder movement. It often develops over time and can make everyday tasks difficult. While recovery can take several months, physiotherapy can help manage symptoms and improve mobility throughout the process.

In many cases, yes. Appropriate exercises can help improve shoulder strength, mobility, and recovery. However, continuing activities that significantly worsen your pain may delay healing. A physiotherapist can advise you on which exercises are safe and beneficial.

Yes. Physiotherapy is often highly effective for shoulder pain. Treatment may include hands-on therapy, sports massage, joint mobilisation, acupuncture, strengthening exercises, mobility work, and advice to help reduce pain and restore normal function

Recovery time depends on the cause and severity of the problem. Mild strains may improve within a few weeks, while conditions such as frozen shoulder or significant tendon injuries may take several months. Following the right treatment plan can help optimise recovery and reduce the risk of recurrence.