Shoulder Pain Relief
Chiropractic Care for Shoulder Pain in Mount Pleasant, SC
Natural Relief for Shoulder Pain Without Drugs or Surgery
Shoulder pain can interfere with every part of your day — reaching into the cabinet, lifting your kids, sleeping comfortably, or even getting dressed. Whether it started suddenly or built up over time, shoulder pain usually means something deeper is off with how your joints, muscles, or nerves are working together.
At Lowcountry Chiropractic in Mount Pleasant, Dr. Mat Frankel helps patients recover from shoulder pain using gentle, evidence-based chiropractic care. Instead of masking pain with medication, our goal is to find and fix the root cause — so your shoulder moves better, feels stronger, and stays that way.
Common Causes of Shoulder Pain
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body — and because of that, it’s also one of the least stable. Common reasons people experience shoulder pain include:
Rotator cuff strain or tear
Shoulder impingement (tendons get pinched when lifting the arm)
Bursitis or tendonitis
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Poor posture or forward shoulder position
Referred pain from the neck (cervical spine dysfunction)
Arthritis or joint degeneration
Sometimes, shoulder pain isn’t just about the shoulder — it’s about the spine and nervous system controlling it. That’s why a full-body approach is key.
How Chiropractic Helps Shoulder Pain
1. Improves Joint Alignment and Mobility
When the spine or shoulder joint loses alignment, muscles tighten to compensate. Chiropractic adjustments restore normal movement patterns, relieving strain and improving range of motion.
2. Reduces Nerve Pressure
The nerves that supply your shoulder originate in your neck and upper back. If those vertebrae are restricted, the nerves can become irritated — causing shoulder pain, weakness, or tingling. Adjustments relieve that pressure and restore healthy nerve flow.
3. Releases Tight Muscles and Scar Tissue
Soft-tissue therapies like Active Release Technique (ART), Graston, or Shockwave Therapy break down adhesions and help tissues heal properly. These techniques speed recovery and reduce chronic inflammation.
4. Restores Strength and Stability
Dr. Frankel will prescribe simple home exercises to strengthen the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, helping you stay pain-free long term.
What to Expect at Lowcountry Chiropractic
Your first visit includes:
A detailed consultation and orthopedic exam
Posture and movement screening
Gentle chiropractic adjustment (if appropriate)
Custom recovery plan with clear next steps
Many patients start to notice improvement within 2–4 weeks, with steady progress over 8–12 weeks depending on the severity of their condition.
Home Tips for Shoulder Pain Relief
To complement your in-office care:
Posture check — keep your ears over shoulders when sitting.
Wall slides — strengthen upper back and improve shoulder motion.
Gentle mobility work — “pendulum swings” to keep blood flow moving.
Avoid repetitive overhead lifting until strength returns.
Use ice after activity if sore; heat for stiffness.
(Always follow your chiropractor’s recommendations before starting new exercises.)
When Chiropractic Isn’t Enough
In some cases, additional care may be needed. Dr. Frankel collaborates with orthopedists, PTs, and imaging centers when necessary for conditions such as:
Full rotator cuff tears
Fractures or dislocations
Severe arthritis
Systemic inflammatory diseases
Our promise: if we can’t help, we’ll point you in the right direction.
Why Mount Pleasant Residents Choose Lowcountry Chiropractic
🌿 Natural, evidence-based care for long-term results
💪 Comprehensive techniques — chiropractic, ART, soft-tissue, and Shockwave Therapy
🧠 Experienced expertise — Dr. Mat Frankel, DC, Brown University alum, CrossFit coach & competitor
❤️ Patient-first approach — We focus on what matters most: helping you get back to what you love
Get Relief from Shoulder Pain Today
If shoulder pain is holding you back, don’t wait for it to “go away on its own.” The earlier you address it, the faster you’ll heal — and the less likely it is to return.
📅 Schedule your complimentary consultation today to find out what’s really causing your shoulder pain and how chiropractic can help.
📍 Lowcountry Chiropractic
590 Lone Tree Drive #102
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
📞 (843) 994-2855
🌐 lowcountrychiropractic.com
