Blog · Deborah Bateson · 25 December 2024
Rehabilitation
Rotator cuff rehab
Tendon pain in the shoulder — graded loading, sleep, and when Deborah Bateson uses laser or acupuncture as extras.
Symptoms and what they can mean
Pain on reaching the back seat, lying on that side, or lifting a kettle. Tendons dislike sudden volume. A complete tear after a fall is a different story.
What we can do in clinic
Isometrics, then heavier load, then your actual life — hanging washing, not just a yellow band forever. Manual therapy and, if useful, laser or acupuncture sit around that plan.
Red flags and when to see your GP
A shoulder that will not lift at all after trauma needs imaging via a proper pathway.
This article is general information for people considering care at Health at Hart in Hartley Wintney. It is not a diagnosis, a prescription, or a promise of outcome. If you have sudden, severe or unexplained symptoms — including chest pain, unexplained weight loss, night pain, bowel or bladder changes, or a new neurological problem — seek urgent medical advice (NHS 111 or 999). UK osteopaths are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. Counsellors named here are BACP-registered where stated. Always check with your GP or insurer if you are unsure whether a treatment is appropriate for you.
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