The shoulder hurts, but the cause is often in the cervical or thoracic spine.
We assess where the real problem lies and act with precision.
The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the body. When it hurts, the usual approach is to treat the muscle or the bursa — but in many cases the origin is higher up: in the cervical or thoracic vertebrae that compress the nerves that reach the shoulder and arm.
If this vertebral cause is not identified and treated, the pain returns. Again and again.
The C4, C5, and C6 vertebrae control the nerve supply to the shoulder. When they lose mobility, the nerve becomes irritated, and pain appears in the shoulder even though the problem is in the neck.
The upper thoracic vertebrae are directly related to shoulder mechanics. A thoracic restriction can cause pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion.
Hours in front of a computer shorten and overload the muscles of the shoulder and neck. Over time, they create vertebral restrictions that the muscles cannot compensate for alone.
Before acting, we identify the origin. Not all shoulder pain is the same or has the same cause.
Complete evaluation of the cervical and thoracic spine and the shoulder joint. We identify whether the origin is vertebral, joint-related, or muscular — and we explain exactly what is happening.
We correct the vertebral segment that is blocking nerve function. The compression is relieved, and the shoulder begins to recover mobility and reduce inflammation.
Specific sessions with postural exercises adapted to your case. Once the pain disappears, we design a plan so it does not come back.
If during the evaluation we detect that the origin is not vertebral, we tell you and guide you to the specialist you need. No beating around the bush.
Yes, especially when the origin is in the cervical or thoracic spine. We evaluate the real cause before acting. If the origin is structural in the shoulder — such as a rotator cuff tear, for example — we tell you and guide you to the appropriate specialist.
It depends on the origin and how long you have had the problem. In recent cases, many patients notice improvement in the first few sessions. At the first visit, we give you an honest estimate based on your case — not a generic number.
If the pain also appears in the neck, the base of the skull, or radiates to the arm or hand, it is likely to have a cervical component. Also if it worsens with stress or poor posture. At the first visit, we determine this with a complete evaluation.
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