People often describe pinching pain when lifting the arm overhead with Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy/Tendonitis
There are many causes for rotator cuff tendinopathy/tendonitis issues including prolonged postures with work or sports, strain or injury when lifting and exercising, or even shoulder bursitis and impingement.
Symptoms people often describe can range from difficulty sleeping on the side, feeling of tightness and soreness around the neck and shoulder, and sometimes a pinching pain when lifting the arm overhead.
Recent research suggest exercise, tape, manual therapy and shock wave therapy may be more effective than steroid injections when treating rotator cuff problems.
Tendon pain can be frustrating, particularly when it affects exercise, work or everyday activities. At Functional Physio SA, we provide evidence-based tendon injury physiotherapy to help reduce pain, restore strength and improve function.
We support people throughout Torrensville and Adelaide with personalised rehabilitation programs.
Common Tendon Conditions We Treat
Our physiotherapists commonly help with:
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
- Patellar tendon pain
- Rotator cuff tendon problems
- Gluteal tendinopathy
Why Do Tendon Injuries Occur?
Tendon pain often develops when the demands placed on the tendon exceed its current capacity.
Contributing factors may include:
- Sudden increases in exercise
- Repetitive activities
- Workplace demands
- Reduced strength
- Poor load management
- Previous injuries
How Can Physiotherapy Help?
Successful tendon rehabilitation usually involves gradually rebuilding tendon capacity.
Treatment may include:
- Progressive strengthening exercises
- Load management advice
- Activity modification
- Manual therapy where appropriate
- Shockwave Therapy where suitable
- Education about recovery
Why Choose Functional Physio SA?
We focus on helping you understand your condition and providing a clear pathway back to your goals. Rather than relying only on passive treatments, we use exercise-based rehabilitation to create lasting improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I completely rest a tendon injury?
Usually not. Appropriate loading is often an important part of tendon recovery.
How long do tendon injuries take to improve?
Recovery varies depending on the tendon involved and how long symptoms have been present.
Does Shockwave Therapy help tendon pain?
For some chronic tendon conditions, Shockwave Therapy may be beneficial when combined with rehabilitation.
Helping Adelaide Recover From Tendon Pain
Tendon rehabilitation often combines Exercise Rehabilitation, Sports Physiotherapy, and Shockwave Therapy where appropriate.
Contact Functional Physio SA today to arrange your tendon injury assessment.
How can Functional Physio SA help?
Physios are experts with pain and function, so whether it’s a major injury, or assistance to improve performance there is always a reason to see a physio.
Our highly experienced physios use a wide range of treatment approaches based on extensive qualifications and further training.
After visiting Functional Physio SA you should have a clear diagnosis and understanding of what is going, and a treatment plan detailing how you will get better including how long it will take to heal, how often you will need to see the physio, what treatments we will provide in your program, and what exercises you need to do to get back to doing the things you love.
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