Joint
Shoulder Pain Therapy
Reach, lift, and sleep on your side again.
Rotator cuff irritation, impingement, and early frozen-shoulder patterns respond to a structured combination of shockwave therapy, joint mobilization, and targeted strengthening — without another cortisone injection or a scope.
Serving Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
What this program delivers
Benefits
- Drug-free and non-surgical
- Restores actual range of motion, not just pain relief
- Can help patients avoid scope surgery
- Combines shockwave, mobilization, and rehab in one plan
- Clear program length — not open-ended care
Who this program is for
Conditions we treat
- Shoulder pain & rotator cuff irritation
- Impingement and bursitis
- Early 'frozen shoulder' / adhesive capsulitis
- Pain reaching overhead, behind your back, or across your body
- Patients considering a scope or another cortisone injection
How It Works
Your shoulder therapy program, step by step.
01
Shoulder exam
Dr. Smith identifies the specific tissue and movement pattern driving pain — rotator cuff, capsule, bursa, or AC joint.
02
Shockwave & manual care
Sanuwave shockwave is applied over the irritated tendon or capsule, paired with gentle joint mobilization.
03
Rotator-cuff rehab
Targeted strengthening and scapular control so the shoulder mechanics actually change.
04
Reassessment & return-to-activity
Range and strength are re-measured and progressed back toward the lifting, reaching, and sleeping you've been avoiding.
What to expect
A clear course of care, measured along the way.
First visit
Shoulder exam identifies the specific tissue and movement pattern driving pain.
Weeks 1–4
Shockwave and gentle mobilization calm the irritated tendon or capsule.
Weeks 4–8
Rotator-cuff strengthening restores reach, lifting, and comfortable side-sleeping.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Related conditions
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Clinical note: This information is educational and does not replace an individual examination or medical diagnosis. Recommendations depend on your history and findings.
Find out whether shoulder therapy is right for you.
Start with a $47 new patient evaluation and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.