Acupuncture for Shoulder Pain

Because of our often sedentary lifestyle and postures while looking at our screens, many people suffer from shoulder pain. Almost every move we make with our arms involves our shoulders. They are a true workhorse in our bodies and are therefore susceptible to injury, wear and tear.

The shoulder is a very complicated joint, with many nerves, tendons, ligaments, and muscle groups situated around it. There are also many acupuncture channels that travel through the shoulders, and therefore many ways to treat the shoulder. In general, acupuncture can reduce inflammation around the shoulder joint, leading to a reduction in pain and swelling. Acupuncture can also increase circulation and speed up healing in the area. Acupuncture is an excellent option if you’re suffering from shoulder pain or if you’ve had shoulder surgery and want to speed up the healing process.

If you’re experiencing shoulder pain and want to know how acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, bodywork or gua sha can help, feel free to reach out to Gather Community Acupuncture!