Think about your movements on any given day. There’s a good chance that almost every move you make involves your shoulders in one way or another. Injuries to your shoulder can have a lasting impact on your life. One common issue, especially with older adults, is shoulder impingement. Shoulder impingement is also known as impingement syndrome. In most cases, this condition is caused by overuse.
What happens with your shoulder is that the rotator cuff is injured, which causes inflammation to the muscles. Due to this inflammation, the rotator cuff can be rubbed against the shoulder bone, increasing the damage and pain that the patient experiences. Not taking care of this issue early can result in tears or a ripped rotator cuff. Seeing a chiropractor can make a difference in your shoulder impingement issues. Your chiropractor will examine your shoulder and ensure that shoulder impingement is the correct diagnosis, and then set up a treatment plan based on your particular situation. They may determine you need an adjustment to help with your underlying cause. Your treatment method will more than likely include exercises that will help you minimize the complications of this condition and help you heal.