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Shoulder Pain Relief in East Kilbride
Regain Strength, Mobility, and Confidence in Your Shoulder
Shoulder pain can make even simple activities like reaching overhead, lifting, or sleeping on your side uncomfortable. For active adults, it often interferes with exercise, work, and hobbies, leaving you frustrated and limited.
At NK Physio, we help people uncover the root cause of shoulder pain and guide them through a personalised plan to restore strength, movement, and confidence.
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Causes of Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can be caused by many different issues, often linked to weakness, stiffness, or old injuries. Common causes include:
- Rotator cuff injuries or tendinopathy
- Shoulder impingement (pinching when lifting the arm)
- Frozen shoulder (stiffness and restricted movement)
- Arthritis in the shoulder joint or AC joint
- Posture-related strain (often linked with desk work)
- Sports or gym injuries, such as lifting or throwing
- Referred pain from the neck or upper back
Because the shoulder is such a mobile joint, we take a whole-body approach to find the real cause of your pain.
Symptoms of ShoulderPain
Shoulder pain can feel different depending on the underlying cause. You may notice:
- Pain lifting the arm overhead or reaching behind your back
- Weakness when carrying or lifting
- Clicking, catching, or grinding sensations
- Stiffness that limits daily tasks like dressing or reaching
- Night pain when lying on your side
- Pain spreading into the upper arm or down towards the elbow
If these sound familiar, physiotherapy can help you recover movement and reduce discomfort.
Treatment for Shoulder Pain at NK Physio
We begin with a full assessment to understand your pain, movement, and lifestyle. From there, we design a personalised treatment plan, which may include:
Hands-on physiotherapy to ease pain and improve mobility
Targeted strengthening for the rotator cuff, scapula, and upper back
Posture and movement retraining to reduce strain on the shoulder
Rehab in our on-site gym to build resilience for daily life and sport
Education and self-management so you feel in control of your recovery
Our goal is not just short-term relief, but long-term strength and confidence.
Exercises for Shoulder Pain
Exercise is key to recovering from shoulder pain. Your plan may include:
- Strengthening the rotator cuff muscles
- Scapular stability drills to support the shoulder joint
- Gentle mobility exercises to restore range of motion
- Functional movements to improve lifting, reaching, and sport performance
- Postural exercises for the neck and upper back
We’ll coach you through the right level of challenge to match your stage of recovery.
When to See a Physio for Shoulder Pain
You should book an assessment if you:
Have ongoing shoulder pain that limits daily activities
Struggle with lifting, reaching, or carrying due to pain or weakness
Experience night pain that disturbs your sleep
Have stiffness that doesn’t improve on its own
Want to return to the gym, golf, or sport but pain holds you back
The earlier you start rehab, the quicker and more effective your recovery will be.
Why Choose NK Physio for Shoulder Pain Relief?
We understand how frustrating shoulder pain can be when it stops you from exercising, working, or enjoying life. That’s why we offer a full plan of care designed around your goals.
Experienced physios specializing in shoulder and upper limb rehab
On-site rehab gym for effective, progressive strengthening
Clear, structured roadmap from pain relief to prevention
Friendly, supportive team in the heart of East Kilbride
Don’t let shoulder pain keep you from living the life you want. We’ll help you move freely and confidently again.
How to Get Started
Are you looking to get back to the things that you love? Simply fill out the form below and our team will be in touch to discuss how to get started.
FAQs - Shoulder Pain & Physiotherapy
Not usually. Most shoulder pain can be safely assessed and treated without scans. If we feel further tests are needed, we’ll advise you.
Yes – physiotherapy is one of the most effective ways to improve mobility, reduce stiffness, and manage pain during frozen shoulder recovery.
Some people notice relief quickly, while others need several weeks of progressive rehab. We’ll give you realistic expectations at your assessment.
Yes – and the right exercises are a vital part of recovery. We’ll guide you through safe movements so you can build strength without worsening pain.
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