Shoulder Pain & Injury Guides

Explore our evidence-based guides to shoulder pain, injuries and common shoulder conditions. Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options and rehabilitation, with practical information from our Sydney clinical team.

Common Shoulder Conditions

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

Learn about rotator cuff tendinopathy, common symptoms, contributing factors and approaches to treatment and rehabilitation.

Shoulder Impingement & Subacromial Pain

Understand what shoulder impingement means, common causes of pain when lifting the arm and approaches to management and rehabilitation.

Shoulder Bursitis

Learn about shoulder bursitis, common symptoms, contributing factors and how it may be assessed and managed.

Frozen Shoulder

Learn about frozen shoulder, its common symptoms and stages, how long it can last and approaches to treatment and recovery.

Calcific Tendinopathy

Understand calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder, why calcium deposits develop and the treatment and rehabilitation options available.

Labral Tears

Learn about shoulder labral injuries, common symptoms, how they are assessed and when further investigation may be appropriate.

Understanding Your Shoulder

Shoulder Anatomy Explained

A simple guide to the bones, joints, muscles, tendons and other structures that make up the shoulder.

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt?

Understand some of the common reasons shoulder pain develops and why different conditions can produce similar symptoms.

Shoulder Imaging & Investigation

Learn when imaging or further assessment may be appropriate and what X-rays, ultrasound and MRI can help identify.

Shoulder Rehabilitation & Recovery

Shoulder Rehabilitation

Learn how progressive exercise, strength and movement can form part of recovery from common shoulder problems.

Shoulder Exercises

Explore practical exercises for shoulder mobility, strength and control, including guidance on progressing safely.

Returning to Exercise & Sport

Learn about gradually returning to gym training, exercise and sport following shoulder pain or injury.

Need Help With Shoulder Pain?

Shoulder pain can have a number of different causes, and the right approach depends on what is contributing to your symptoms. Our osteopaths can assess your shoulder, explain what may be causing your pain and develop an individual treatment and rehabilitation plan.

Not sure whether osteopathy is right for you? Contact our Chatswood clinic to discuss your symptoms.