Pain in Shoulder from Tennis

Physical TherapistQuestion: I am an avid tennis player and have begun to feel pain in the front of my right shoulder when I play. Can Physical Therapy help?

Answer: Based on the information you gave me, it may be bicipital tendinitis and/or rotator cuff involvement. Usually, these tissues break down due to overuse, poor biomechanics of the shoulder and upper extremity, and muscle imbalances that perform the motions of playing tennis. It is important to treat the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms. Otherwise, the pain will most likely return after the initial irritation resolves. The Physical Therapists at STARS are trained in assessing the complex interactions of the upper extremity and applying the specific treatment to alleviate the pain and prevent re-injury to reach the goal of pain free recreation! For additional information, call Clay at STARS at 367-3315.