Shoulder pain is a common health problem, which can occur at any age. Shoulder pain can usually be caused by working continuously in the same posture, using computers, mobiles and tablets for a long time or due to injury. Apart from this, there are many other causes of shoulder pain, but 'rotator cuff tendinitis' is the most common among them. Rotator cuff i.e. the muscle that rotates the shoulders, when the tendons around this muscle get damaged or swollen, it can cause shoulder pain.

At present, 18 to 26 percent of youth suffer from stiffness and pain in the shoulder. However, there are some effective exercises to get rid of this problem, which if done regularly brings flexibility in the shoulder and relieves pain. In this article today we will tell you about the exercises to get rid of shoulder pain.

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  1. Benefits Of Exercise For Shoulder Pain
  2. Summary
Doctors for Healing Shoulder Pain Naturally: Top Exercises for Shoulder Pain
  • Pain Relief
  • Improved Range of Motion
  • Enhanced Flexibility
  • Strengthens Supporting Muscles
  • Promotes Healing
  • Prevention of Future Injuries
  • Improved Posture
  • Boosts Mood and Energy Levels
  • Enhances Functional Ability
  • Long-term Health Benefits

Benefits Of Neck Stretching For Shoulder Pain

This exercise helps in reducing shoulder stress.

  • To do this exercise, stand straight and keep a little gap between the legs.
  • Looking ahead, try to stretch your hands down.
  • Tilt your head to the right and try to touch your ear to the right shoulder. During this, you will feel a stretch on the left side of the neck and shoulder.
  • Then tilt your head to the left and try to touch the left ear to the left shoulder. During this, you will feel a stretch on the left side of the shoulder and neck, staying in this position for 10 seconds each time.
  • Repeat this process three times on both sides.

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Benefits Of Shoulder Roll For Shoulder Pain

Shoulder roll is the easiest way to exercise the shoulders.

  • To do this exercise, stand straight.
  • Leave both the arms on the side of the body.
  • Inhale and lift both the shoulders up towards the ear.
  • Then, while taking the shoulders back, try to press them together backwards.
  • Breathe the shoulders back to normal position while exhaling.
  • Then move your elbows forward and feel the stretch near the shoulders.
  • Repeat both these processes 10 times.

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Benefits Of Pendulum Stretch For Shoulder Pain

Pendulum stretch helps in increasing the moment of the shoulder.

  • Stand straight keeping a little gap between the legs.
  • Bend forward and look towards the ground.
  • Place one hand on the table or chair.
  • Bend the other hand downwards towards the ground.
  • Slowly rotate the bent hand in small circles.
  • Continue this process for 30 seconds to one minute.
  • Then change the direction of rotating the hand in a circular motion.
  • Then repeat this process with the other hand as well.

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Benefits Of Cross Body Shoulder Stretch For Shoulder Pain

This exercise helps in stretching the back part of the shoulder.

  • Stand straight and stretch both the hands straight.
  • Inhale and spread both the hands on both sides of the body.
  • Exhale and cross both hands and stretch and gradually increase the speed.
  • Repeat 10 times.

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Exercise is extremely important for relieving shoulder pain. The right kind of exercises not only help reduce pain but also make the shoulder muscles strong and flexible. Blood flow to the shoulder joints increases through exercise, which reduces inflammation and stiffness. Regular exercise improves shoulder mobility and makes it easier to perform everyday tasks. Additionally, exercises are also helpful in reducing stress and promoting overall physical health, thereby speeding up the recovery process from shoulder pain. In short, exercise is a natural and effective remedy for shoulder pain that provides long-term health benefits.

Dr. Manish Bansal

Dr. Manish Bansal

Physiotherapist
34 Years of Experience

Dr.Prem Kumar

Dr.Prem Kumar

Physiotherapist
14 Years of Experience

Dr. Himanshu Arora

Dr. Himanshu Arora

Physiotherapist
7 Years of Experience

Dr. Deep Maheshwari

Dr. Deep Maheshwari

Physiotherapist
5 Years of Experience

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