Chiropractic Can Decrease Shoulder Pain

Asheville Chiropractic Relieves Shoulder Pain

According to research, about 2-5 percent of the population will experience painful disorders like frozen shoulder syndrome at some time in their lives. That makes shoulder pain a common issue and one that Dr. Myers sees in our Asheville clinic on a regular basis.

Research Proves Chiropractic Therapy Helps With Shoulder Pain

In general, this issue is more prevalent for people in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, and it tends to affect women more frequently than men. While ice, heat, and gentle stretches can sometimes help alleviate the pain, so too can chiropractic.

As an example, one study published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine looked at 50 patients with frozen shoulder who were given chiropractic adjustments. The length of care ranged from 11 days to 51 days, with 28 days being the average.

The doctors found that practically all of the patients fared very well with chiropractic care. The study found:

8 of the subjects reported 50-75 percent improvement
25 indicated improvement ranging from 75- 90 percent
1 participant had complete resolution of their frozen shoulder pain

Only one of the original 50 reported an improvement of 50% or less, so reports like this demonstrate just how beneficial chiropractic care can be when it comes to lessening shoulder pain and improving quality of life.

We Can Help People Find Comfort From Shoulder Pain

Let Dr. Myers help you relieve your suffering by contacting our Asheville office and scheduling your appointment today.

Resources

Murphy F et al. (2012, December). Chiropractic management of frozen shoulder syndrome using a novel technique: a retrospective case series of 50 patients. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine;11(4):267-272