SHOULDER PAIN

What is shoulder pain?
Shoulder pain involves discomfort, stiffness, or injury in the shoulder joint, surrounding muscles, tendons, or ligaments. It can affect sports performance, daily tasks, and overall mobility. At MTE Rehab & Performance, located in Redruth, we assess and manage shoulder pain, helping patients from Camborne, Pool, Hayle, Truro, Falmouth, Helston, and Penzance recover safely.

Types of shoulder pain / common conditions

  • Rotator cuff injuries – strains or tears in the rotator cuff muscles and tendons, often from lifting, throwing, or repetitive overhead movements

  • Shoulder impingement – irritation of tendons or bursa in the shoulder caused by compression during certain movements

  • Muscle strains – small tears in shoulder muscles including deltoids or stabilising muscles

  • Tendon injuries – irritation or tears in tendons like the biceps tendon

  • Joint-related discomfort – pain from minor joint issues, instability, or inflammation

  • Postural or movement-related pain – discomfort from prolonged poor posture or repetitive overhead movements

  • Overuse/repetitive strain – gradual pain from repeated lifting, throwing, or pushing movements

Common causes of shoulder pain

  • Muscles – strains can occur during sports like throwing, swimming, or lifting. Everyday examples include carrying heavy bags, lifting objects overhead, or sudden twisting movements

  • Rotator cuff – injuries from repeated overhead activities, sports, or lifting in daily life such as reaching for cupboards or moving furniture

  • Tendons / impingement – irritation from repetitive sports actions or daily activities like painting, cleaning, or gardening

  • Joints – discomfort from minor shoulder joint issues due to movement patterns, poor posture, or sudden impact

  • Posture / movement-related pain – often from prolonged sitting at a desk, slouching, or reaching overhead repeatedly

  • Overuse – irritation from repeated movements in sports or daily life, such as lifting children, moving furniture, or performing household chores

How we can help you
At MTE Rehab & Performance in Redruth, we specialise in assessing, managing, and rehabilitating shoulder pain for patients from Camborne, Pool, Hayle, Truro, Falmouth, Helston, and Penzance. Our approach includes:

  • Comprehensive assessment to identify the cause and severity of your shoulder pain, including rotator cuff issues or impingement

  • Personalised treatment plans targeting muscles, tendons, joints, posture, or movement patterns

  • Hands-on therapies such as sports massage and soft tissue work to reduce pain and improve mobility

  • Rehabilitation exercises to restore strength, flexibility, and function, reducing the risk of re-injury

Whether your shoulder pain comes from sports, work, or daily life activities, MTE Rehab & Performance helps you recover safely, regain strength, and return to your normal activities stronger.