Shoulder Pain Treatment in Bunbury

Helping You Move Freely Without Pain

Are you struggling with shoulder pain that’s affecting your sleep, work, or training? One common cause is shoulder impingement, which occurs when tendons in the shoulder are compressed during movement—especially when reaching overhead. At Spine & Sports Physio Bunbury, we help people of all ages recover from shoulder injuries and prevent them from coming back.

What is Shoulder Impingement?

Shoulder impingement happens when one of the rotator cuff tendons becomes pinched between the upper arm bone (humerus) and part of the shoulder blade. This can lead to pain, inflammation, and in more severe cases, rotator cuff tendonitis or tearing.

It’s common in people who perform frequent overhead movements, including:

• Tradespeople and labourers

• Swimmers and overhead athletes

• Racquet sport and throwing athletes

• Gym-goers, especially those who train shoulders or chest frequently

Common Signs and Symptoms

You may have shoulder impingement if you notice:

• A dull ache deep inside the shoulder or upper arm
• Pain that worsens over time or becomes constant
• Discomfort when lying on the affected side
• Weakness or fatigue in the shoulder muscles
• Pain with reaching overhead, behind your back, or across your body
• Difficulty driving or putting on a seatbelt

What Causes Shoulder Impingement?

Shoulder impingement can be caused by structural or movement-related issues:

Structural Causes (more common in older adults):

• Bone spurs

• Arthritis

• Reduced joint space that narrows the gap for tendon movement

Postural & Movement Causes (common at any age):

• Poor posture, especially forward head and rounded shoulders

• Stiffness in the upper back and shoulders

• Muscle tightness, especially in the chest

• Weakness in the rotator cuff or shoulder blade stabilisers

• Incorrect lifting or training technique

• History of previous shoulder injuries

How Our Bunbury Physios Can Help

Our approach at Spine & Sports Physio Bunbury focuses on relieving pain, improving shoulder function, and addressing the underlying causes to help you recover long-term.

Your treatment may include:

• Hands-on therapy to reduce muscle tension and joint stiffness

• Targeted strengthening of the rotator cuff and shoulder blade stabilisers

• Posture retraining to improve movement habits

• Dry needling or acupuncture for pain relief and muscle relaxation

• Mobility exercises for the shoulder, neck, and upper back

• Education and advice to support recovery and prevent recurrence

• Referral for imaging or corticosteroid injection if clinically necessary

We’ll guide you through every step with a personalised plan tailored to your goals—whether that’s lifting, working, or sleeping comfortably again.

Don’t Let Shoulder Pain Hold You Back

Is shoulder pain limiting your daily life, training, or job performance? Don’t ignore it—early treatment can prevent more serious injury.