Reach, lift and sleep comfortably again

Shoulder Pain Treatment & Rehabilitation

Personalized physical therapy for shoulder pain, stiffness, weakness, injury and post-surgical recovery.

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250K
rotator cuff repairs performed annually in the U.S.
1-on-1
customized care with your dedicated therapist
40+
years helping local patients recover
Why you may be here

Shoulder pain physical therapy in Norwood and Norfolk

Your shoulder is built for motion, which also makes it vulnerable to irritation, weakness and injury. Pain can make reaching overhead, dressing, sleeping and lifting surprisingly difficult.

We check your movement, strength and symptoms, then use hands-on treatment and exercise to help your shoulder move more comfortably.

You can start shoulder pain treatment at our Norwood clinic or our Norfolk clinic, whichever is closer to home.

Each session is one-on-one with your own physical therapist, the same person at every visit.

What you may be noticing

  • Pain reaching overhead or behind your back
  • Night pain or difficulty sleeping on one side
  • Weakness lifting or carrying
  • Stiffness after surgery or immobilization
  • Clicking, catching or a feeling of instability

How physical therapy may help you

  • Restore joint and soft-tissue mobility
  • Rebuild rotator cuff and shoulder-blade strength
  • Improve posture and movement mechanics
  • Progress safely back to work, sport and daily activity
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Should I try physical therapy before shoulder surgery?

Your physical therapist will work on improving motion and strength before surgery so that, after surgery, you start at a higher level of function. For many shoulder problems, such as rotator cuff pain, frozen shoulder, impingement and some partial tears, physical therapy is often tried first. Surgery decisions belong to you and your surgeon. Your therapist can share what they find at your evaluation so that decision is easier to make.

How soon after shoulder surgery do I start physical therapy?

It depends on the surgery and your surgeon's protocol. Many patients start within the first week or two after a rotator cuff repair or shoulder replacement. We follow your surgeon's instructions and keep them updated on your progress.

Can you help with a frozen shoulder?

Yes. Frozen shoulder is one of the conditions we treat at both clinics. The muscles and cartilage surrounding your shoulder are probably very tight and will benefit from mobilization and stretching techniques to improve motion. Treatment usually combines gentle hands-on work to restore motion with exercises you do at home between visits. Recovery from frozen shoulder often takes months, but it is well worth it to avoid surgery. Your therapist will explain what to expect at your stage.

Do I need a referral for shoulder physical therapy?

No. Massachusetts allows direct access to Doctors of Physical Therapy. Some insurance plans still require a referral, so call either clinic at (781) 769-2040 and our team will check your plan.

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Book an appointment online or call our team with questions.