Why Your Shoulder Feels "Stuck" (And How to Fix It)
If you live in Victor or Pittsford, you’re likely active—hiking at Dryer Road Park, golfing, or keeping up with a busy family. But when shoulder pain starts, it can feel like your arm is "catching" on something inside.
I’m Dr. Hagen, and I want to explain exactly what is happening under the skin without the medical jargon.
The "Golf Ball on a Tee" Anatomy
Your shoulder is a highly mobile joint in your body. Because the "socket" is so shallow, your muscles—specifically the rotator cuff—have to do most of the work to keep your arm bone in place.
When you do the same motion over and over (like a golf swing or typing at a desk), those muscles develop tiny bits of "fuzz" or scar tissue. This "fuzz" makes the muscles sticky, so they don't glide. Instead of a smooth rotation, you get a pinch.
How We Fix the "Grit" in the Machine
My approach at Rochester Sports Chiropractic is simple: we find the "stuck" spot and unstick it.
Soft Tissue Release: I use my hands and specialized tools to physically break down those sticky adhesions. It’s like smoothing out a wrinkled rug so you don't trip on it anymore.
Restoring the "Glide": Once the tissue is loose, we work on movement patterns. We want to make sure your shoulder blade is moving in sync with your arm.
No-Contract Care: We fix the issue, give you the tools to stay loose at home, and get you back to your life. No 3-month plan.
What You Can Do Right Now
If your shoulder is acting up after a day at the office or the course, try the "Pendulum Swing":
Lean over a table, letting your "bad" arm hang straight down.
Gently swing it in small circles, like a clock pendulum.
This creates a tiny bit of space in the joint and lets the soft tissue relax.
Stop playing through the pinch. We are located in Mendon, just a short drive for anyone in Victor or Pittsford looking for a direct, no-nonsense path to relief.
