Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy in Preston | Expert MSK Assessment & Treatment
Shoulder Pain That Is Limiting Your Life
Shoulder pain is the third most common musculoskeletal complaint in the UK. Whether you cannot reach overhead without pain, cannot sleep on your affected side, or have lost significant range of movement in your shoulder — specialist physiotherapy can identify why and design a programme to restore full function.
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, which also makes it one of the most complex to assess and treat. Getting the diagnosis right is the foundation of effective treatment.
Shoulder Conditions We Treat
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy — pain and weakness from overloaded or sensitised tendons
- Calcific tendinopathy — calcium deposits causing acute or chronic shoulder pain
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) — progressive stiffness and pain in the shoulder capsule
- Shoulder impingement syndrome — pain on overhead movements and reaching across the body
- Rotator cuff tears — partial or full thickness, managed conservatively or post-surgically
- Shoulder instability and hypermobility
- Acromioclavicular joint pain
- SLAP lesions and labral pathology — conservative or post-surgical management
- Post-operative shoulder rehabilitation
Frozen Shoulder — What It Is and What Helps
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) goes through three phases: the freezing phase (progressive pain and stiffness), the frozen phase (stiffness dominant), and the thawing phase (gradual recovery).
Physiotherapy tailored to each phase — with targeted mobilisation, appropriate loading, and pain management strategies — significantly reduces the duration and severity of the condition.
The Denovo approach treats frozen shoulder with phase-specific protocols, not a generic shoulder programme.
Your Assessment at Denovo
A specialist shoulder assessment takes one hour. We examine movement, strength, stability, and scapular mechanics.
We also assess the cervical spine as a source of referred pain — often missed and requiring different treatment.
Your programme is tailored to your diagnosis, contributing factors, and goals.
What Your Treatment May Include:
- Targeted rotator cuff and scapular stabilisation exercises
- Joint mobilisation and manual therapy
- Phase-specific frozen shoulder protocols
- Shockwave therapy for calcific tendinopathy
- Cervical spine assessment and treatment
- Postural and thoracic correction
- Sport-specific rehabilitation
- Guidance on imaging and referral
Frequently Asked Questions
Possibly. Cervical spine issues are a common and often missed source of shoulder pain.
Untreated it can last 18–36 months, but physiotherapy significantly reduces duration.
Not usually. Most shoulder conditions are diagnosed clinically.
Ready to Get Started?
Initial Assessment + First Treatment Session — £50
Your first appointment includes a full specialist assessment and your first treatment session.
No GP referral needed. Insurance recognised. Call 01772 288065 or book online.
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