When Jackson (not his real name) first arrived at Nova Rehabilitation, he had been dealing with persistent shoulder and upper back pain that had slowly worsened over several months. As a 42-year-old recreational tennis player and full-time desk worker, Jackson struggled with stiffness during daily tasks and discomfort while playing sports. His posture had gradually…
If lifting your arm causes pain or limits your range of motion, shoulder impingement may be the reason. This common condition occurs when tendons or soft tissues in the shoulder become compressed between bones during movement. Over time, this irritation can lead to inflammation, weakness, and ongoing discomfort. Fortunately, shoulder impingement relief is possible through…
If you have been struggling with stiffness, aching, or limited movement in your hip, arthritis might be playing a bigger role than you think. While there are many possible sources of discomfort in the lower body, hip pain and arthritis are often closely linked. As the cartilage in the hip joint wears down over time,…