Shoulder Pain Chiropractor

Shoulder pain can be one of the most limiting conditions a person experiences. The shoulder joint has an enormous range of motion — which also makes it vulnerable to injury, overuse, and degeneration. At Vitality Chiropractic in San Jose, we treat the full spectrum of shoulder conditions using a combination of chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, and shockwave therapy to address the root cause and facilitate genuine healing.

Rotator cuff injuries are among the most common shoulder problems we see. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. Strains, partial tears, and full tears cause pain with reaching, lifting, and overhead activities. Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become pinched between the bones of the shoulder, creating pain and inflammation. AC joint injuries from falls or contact sports, bicep tendinitis causing pain in the front of the shoulder, and frozen shoulder — a condition of progressive stiffness and pain — all respond well to our integrated approach.

One aspect of shoulder pain that many practitioners overlook is the connection between the thoracic spine and shoulder function. The nerves that control shoulder muscles originate in the cervical and upper thoracic spine. When vertebrae in these regions are misaligned, they affect muscle function, contribute to poor movement patterns, and perpetuate shoulder pain. A comprehensive shoulder pain evaluation at Vitality Chiropractic always includes assessment of the cervical and thoracic spine.

For tendinitis, calcification, and chronic soft tissue injuries in the shoulder, shockwave therapy is particularly effective. Acoustic waves stimulate healing in damaged tendons, break down calcified deposits, and restore normal tissue structure. Combined with chiropractic adjustments to address spinal and shoulder joint alignment, and specific rehabilitation exercises to restore strength and movement patterns, this integrated approach provides lasting shoulder pain relief in San Jose.

Call (408) 363-1991 to schedule your shoulder pain evaluation. Located at 6940 Santa Teresa Blvd, Suite 2, San Jose, CA 95119. New patient exam $142. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 to 6pm.