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Shoulder Pain & Injury Physiotherapy
Understanding Shoulder Pain & Injuries
Shoulder injuries are a prevalent and often debilitating issue that affects a significant portion of the population. The shoulder joint, known for its remarkable mobility and flexibility as a ball-and-socket joint, allows for a wide range of motions essential for daily activities and sports.
However, this complexity also renders it vulnerable to various injuries and conditions that can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced functionality. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for shoulder injuries is crucial for effective management and recovery.
Through targeted physiotherapy, our goal is to identify the source of your shoulder pain and create an effective management plan. Whether caused by acute trauma, repetitive strain, or degenerative conditions like arthritis, addressing shoulder pain promptly can mitigate further complications and restore quality of life.
Common Types of Shoulder Injuries
Fractures
A fracture can be a break in the collarbone, upper arm bone, or shoulder blade. Post-immobilisation, a custom physio program is essential to safely restore movement and strength.
Frozen Shoulder
Known as adhesive capsulitis, this condition involves severe stiffness and shoulder pain. Our physiotherapy approach applies more gentle, targeted exercises to gradually restore mobility and function.
Shoulder Impingement & Rotator Cuff Injuries
This common cause of shoulder pain occurs when rotator cuff tendons are pinched. Our approach to physiotherapy for shoulder pain aims to reduce inflammation and improve mechanics.
Shoulder Labrum Tear
A tear in the labrum—the cartilage supporting your shoulder’s ball-and-socket joint—can cause instability and shoulder pain. Physiotherapy focuses on strengthening surrounding muscles to improve stability.
Shoulder Tendinitis & Bursitis
Inflammation of the tendons (tendinitis) or bursae (bursitis) from overuse or poor mechanics causes shoulder pain. Our physio program aims to manage inflammation and restore proper movement.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy after shoulder surgeries such as Bankart Repair and Acromioplasty is essential for a guided, structured program to safely regain shoulder mobility, strength and stability.
Causes of Shoulder Injuries
Symptoms of Shoulder Pain
Stiffness or pain that limits arm movement
Feeling of shoulder instability or that it might pop out of the socket
Reduced strength in the shoulder affecting normal activities
Intense or prolonged pain lasting more than 2 to 4 weeks
Sudden swelling, redness, or discoloration around the shoulder
Weakness or numbness in the arm or hand
How Physiotherapy Helps with Shoulder Pain & Injury
help you regain mobility, alleviate pain, and prevent a recurrence.
1. Thorough Assessment
Through detailed history-taking and clinical examinations, we aim to diagnose the underlying issues resulting in pain or injury.
2. Individualized management plans
Based on the assessment and keeping your goals in mind, we develop a management plan tailored to your needs.
3. Follow-up Care
We monitor your recovery, adjust your plan as you progress, and provide the ongoing guidance needed to help you achieve your recovery goals.
Shoulder Pain Therapy Options May Include
Manual therapy
This could be in the form of soft tissue massage and joint mobilisations.
Dry needling
Acupuncture needles are inserted into or near trigger points to stimulate the muscles, causing them to contract or twitch, which helps relieve pain and improve movement.
Rehabilitative exercises
Your physiotherapist will guide you in selecting the appropriate mobility, strengthening or stability exercises to aid in your recovery.
Shockwave therapy
Depending on your condition, our physiotherapies may suggest other forms of therapies to help your recovery.
Involvement of other health & fitness experts
Your condition may require interventions from other professionals, such as podiatrists, personal trainers, sports medicine doctors, and dieticians. We have a close network of specialists to optimize your management for the best outcome.
UFIT’s Insurance Partners
UFIT offers direct billing for the following insurance providers.
Please indicate your provider on the enquiry form so we can check your eligibility.
Why Choose UFIT?
GET ACCESS TO A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS
Get access to a team of health and fitness experts with a vast range of specialised experience and knowledge.
RETURN TO ACTION STRONGER THAN BEFORE
We're committed to ensuring you are pain and injury free and return to action stronger than you were before.
ACCESS TO A WELL-EQUIPPED GYM SPACE
Get easy access to a well-equipped gym space for all your rehab needs, from learning to walk post surgery to returning to sport.
Meet Our Physiotherapy Team
Get access to a team of health and fitness experts with a vast range of specialised experience and knowledge.
We're committed to ensuring you are pain and injury free and return to action stronger than you were before.
Get easy access to a well-equipped gym space for all your rehab needs, from learning to walk post surgery to returning to sport.
Your Road To Recovery
Book an appointment with our physio through the button below.
Consult with one of our highly qualified Physiotherapists so we can assess and understand your needs and goals.
Make an achievable treatment plan together.
Start your treatment and enjoy the improvements as you progress!
Hear from Our Physiotherapy Clients
Decided to go to physio after having constant bad headaches and numbing pain on my right shoulder all the way to my hand.
Been working with Dean for two months now to work on my issues and strengthen my shoulders. Can confidently say that I've gotten stronger and I haven't had any headache or numbing pain for a while now! Dean is very friendly, empathetic, and knowledgeable to find solutions to your pain point. He works with you so that your recovery is sustainable.
UFIT is conveniently located in Club St with great facilities. Would definitely recommend UFIT and Dean as physiotherapist (especially if your insurance covers it!)
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UFIT @ Club Street has very clean facilities, and its staff are professional and friendly. My physiotherapist Vik is patient and professional, and can explain concepts well in layman terms. Thanks to him, I have been seeing clear improvements in my injured knee. Extremely satisfied with my experience here and would definitely recommend people to try out their services.
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I have been consulting with Vik from UFIT Club Street for a couple of months now. There has been remarkable improvement to my condition and I have now been able to go back to an active lifestyle.
Vik is very methodical in his approach and uses a combination of massage, stretching and strength training to trigger recovery. He truly cares about clients - this is quite evident from the prep work and thinking he had already done prior to each session.
One thing that stands out is that Vik does not carpet bomb clients with exercises and treatments. He spends a lot of time diagnosing exactly which muscle group is injured and then focuses effort on treating those.
Highly recommended and grateful for the support.
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Have been coming to UFIT one-north and seeing Sahail Malik for various sports-related injuries. I appreciate that each session is systematic and specifically tailored to my needs. From assessment, to rehab, to long-term strengthening and injury prevention; Sahail is knowledgeable and ensures everything we do has the highest impact and relevance for me. Aside from the physical aspect of the physiotherapy, I also appreciate getting to learn a lot about sports rehab and overall well-being with each visit.
The atmosphere here is great and everyone is very welcoming. I highly recommend UFIT and Sahail for your physiotherapy needs!
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I’ve been training here with Dean for about couple of months now. Initially went in to rehabilitate from my bike accident that injured my shoulder. Not only did he help me recover but strengthen my upper body to a stage I’ve never been before!! Super happy about the results and genuinely having fun at the sessions.
+ the shower facilities are best I’ve seen all around the world. Can easily take a shower and go about your day, which is a huge plus.
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Book Your Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy Session
Required fields *Locations
UFIT Club Street
21 Club St, #01-01
Singapore 069410
Phone: +65 6225 5059
E-Mail: info@ufit.com.sg
Orchard
181 Orchard Road
Orchard Central #06-11
Singapore 238896
Phone: +65 6509 0057
E-Mail: orchardclinic@ufit.com.sg
UFIT One North
1 Fusionopolis Way
Galaxis Building #01-02
Singapore 138632
Phone: +65 6250 2944
E-Mail: onenorth@ufit.com.sg
UFIT City Hall
80 Bras Basah Road
Fairmont Hotel
Singapore 189560
Phone: +65 9646 9501
E-Mail: info@ufit.com.sg
Visit Our Physiotherapy Clinic
- Club Street
- Orchard
- City Hall
- One-North
Frequently Asked Questions about Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy
No, you do not need a referral to see a physio for your shoulder pain. Our physio clinic is home to first-contact practitioners trained to assess your condition and screen for any issues that may require a doctor's attention. However, we advise checking your insurance policy, as some providers require a doctor's referral for claims.
No, an X-ray or other scan is not usually required before your initial physiotherapy assessment. Our physio will conduct a thorough clinical examination to diagnose the issue.
If a scan or further tests are required, your physiotherapist will indicate this to you and also be able to provide the context of what may change as a result of getting the test.
Yes, the approach is simply different. For acute shoulder pain (a recent injury), physiotherapy focuses on managing pain and promoting healing. For chronic pain, the focus shifts to addressing underlying causes, improving movement patterns, and building strength in the shoulders for long-term management.
Physiotherapy is a holistic therapy that aims to discover the root cause and relieve pain/stiffness, improve movement and optimise health and wellbeing.
At UFIT, our key pillar is the use of exercise therapy and education to empower patients to take control of their health and recovery. We consider all factors that may affect your recovery: movement, sleep, nutrition, mindset and rest.
