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Common Shoulder Injuries

Physical therapy is used to treat any sports injury, workplace injury, or musculoskeletal condition you may be experiencing. Including a shoulder injury. It is a natural, safe, and effective way to treat both acute and chronic pain.

One of the most common reasons people seek the help of a physical therapist is to manage chronic shoulder pain. There are a number of different reasons why shoulder pain may occur, and it can greatly limit your everyday life. If you have been experiencing shoulder pain or decreased function within your shoulder, don’t hesitate to contact us (link) today.

5 of the most common shoulder injuries:

The average person probably doesn’t give much thought to their shoulders as they go about their day. However, your shoulders actually do quite a lot of work to help you complete everyday tasks, and if they become strained or injured, you could be left experiencing severe shoulder pain. Some of the most common causes of shoulder pain include:

1. Tendon Tears

The tendons in your shoulder can tear as the result of an acute injury or certain degenerative conditions. The natural aging process, sudden injuries, and overuse often cause the tendons to split or tear. Whether a patient is experiencing a partial or a full tendon tear, the pain can be extremely intense and it may require regular appointments with a skilled physical therapist.

2. Bursitis

The shoulder is a complicated joint that is made up of an intricate network of moving parts. One of the key components that make up the shoulder is called bursa. The bursa contains tiny sacs of fluid that work to keep the shoulder joint lubricated. If the bursa becomes irritated or inflamed, you can develop bursitis, and you will need to schedule a physical therapy appointment as soon as possible.

3. Tendinitis

Tendinitis is a common condition that causes inflammation in the shoulder area, and it has been known to send many people straight to a physical therapist in order to find relief. The condition typically affects those who are physically active or people who work at a job that requires them to complete repetitive motions. For example, if you’re an athlete who plays tennis, or if you work as a professional painter, you could be at risk of developing tendinitis in your shoulder. If you are at a high risk of developing tendinitis, it is important to remember that along with physical therapy, resting your shoulders regularly can help to prevent chronic pain.

4. Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder typically occurs after an injury or alongside another shoulder condition. Most physical therapists recommend that patients with frozen shoulders get plenty of rest in-between physical therapy appointments, in order to avoid developing scar tissue in the shoulder. If the scar tissue does develop, the muscles surrounding the shoulder could eventually freeze up as well, restricting your full range of motion and resulting in chronic pain.

5. Impingement

Shoulder impingement can occur when the top part of the shoulder blade puts excessive pressure on the underlying soft tissues in the arm when it is lifted away from the body. As the arm lifts, the shoulder blade rubs against the tendons and bursa. If left untreated, an impingement in the shoulder can result in bursitis and/or tendinitis.

Schedule A Consultation With Us

If you have sustained one of the injuries above, or if you’re looking for assistance with a different shoulder pain condition, contact us today to schedule a consultation. Physical therapy is the ideal way to treat a shoulder injury in people of all ages. Our dedicated physical therapists will address your condition and design the best treatment plan for your specific needs!

Jacqueline Granda

PT tech

Ms Jacqueline Granda has received medical assistant training and has been an integral part of our Dynamic family since the past 7 years. Ms Granda (Jackie) is a binding force for our younger staff members. Ms Granda is very graceful in her interactions with patients and colleagues alike and therefore she is well liked by all. Ms Granda genuinely believes Dynamic to be her second family. Outside work, Ms Granda enjoys walking and reading and she spends most of her time caring for her beloved family.

Zainab Ashgar

Receptionist

Ms Zainab Ashgar has joined our team recently for the past 3 months. She is very enthusiastic and eager to help patients. Ms Ashgar can cheer anyone up with her hearty conversations. Outside work, Zainab enjoys caring for her family and traveling.

Tahamina Afroze

PT tech

Ms Tahamina Afroze is a very conscientious staff who champions caring and compassion.

Jarin Rahman

PT tech

Ms Jarin Rahman joined our Dynamic team in the past 10 months. She brings the bilingual power to ease the apprehension of our patients from south east Asian backgrounds and has become a great team player.

Taslima Rehman

Receptionist

Ms Taslima Rahman grew up in Bangladesh and has a great command over connecting with people. Ms Rahman’s work ethic and smile is contagious and besides reception duties, she is the binding force for our staff since the past 2 years. Ms Rahman has great communication skills and she advocates for her patients tirelessly. Outside work, Ms Rahman is deeply involved in caring for her family and tries to catch up on some Television shows on weekends.

Jinu Susan Cherian

PTA

Ms Jinu Susan Cherian has received a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and has clinical experience of 5 years. She has been a part of our Dynamic team since the past 1 ½ years and is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant who brings a smile to every patient’s face. Outside her work, Jinu enjoys music, dancing and traveling.

Amarjot Kaur

Ms Amarjot Kaur has received a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy and has clinical experience of 5 years. She has been a part of our Dynamic team since past 3 years and has a very caring approach for all her patients. Outside her work, Ms Kaur enjoys music and special productions.

Shweta Miglani

PT

Ms Shweta Miglani has clinical experience of 13 years and has been a part of our team at Dynamic since the past 2 years. Shweta has vast experience in outpatient Physical Therapy and has successfully run a private practice in India before moving to NY. She is a very caring clinician who loves talking – she can go on listening and talking to her patients all day long and deliver compassionate one on one care. She is a mother of a young boy but has energy to pursue her doctorate in Physical Therapy from University of Montana. Outside her work, Shweta loves reading, playing word games and sketching.

Mitsu Purohit

PT , MS, CES, PES

Mitsu is a master clinician who has been striving daily at Dynamic Physical Therapy since the past 5 plus years to leave a positive lasting impression on every patient she meets. She prides herself in working one on one with her patients and is known to develop meaningful and compassionate professional relationships. She has received a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy ( S.P university, India) followed by Masters in exercise kinesiology ( Long Island university , Brooklyn Campus ). Additionally, Ms Purohit is also a Certified Performance enhancement specialist (PES) & corrective exercise specialist ( CES) from National academy of sports medicine (NASM). In her spare time, Mitsu loves to travel and explore new places, new spicy food joints and is an avid music enthusiast. Her latest hobby includes calligraphy.

Rajeshwari Soni

Physical Therapist
Registered In Musculoskeletal Sonography

Rajeshwari Soni grew up in Mumbai, India. She completed her Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy from Pravara Medical Institute, India in 2007. She pursued her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a major in Biomechanics- clinical track in 2011 from Texas Woman University, Denton Texas.

She has been working as a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New York since 2011 and during practice she realized that timely and accurate diagnosis helps in faster recovery of patients and improves functional prognosis. Rajeshwari has been an integral part of our team since the last 5 years. Since 2016, she is appropriately utilizing her diagnostic skills to help patients’ achieve their goals. She has an RMSK- Registered in Musculoskeletal Sonography from APCA (Alliance for Physician certification in advancement) certification and also practices EMG/NCV testing, of which she received certifications from HODS (Hands On Diagnostics). Outside of her work she enjoys time with her family, loves reading, fitness/working out and helping people.

Dr Kajal Jani, DPT RMSK

Doctor Of Physical Therapy
Registered In Musculoskeletal Sonography

Dr Kajal Jani grew up in Gujarat, India. She has clinical experience of 20 years and has served our community in New York in a variety of settings such as in-patient rehab, group home and outpatient rehab. Dr Jani has been a vital part of our Dynamic family since past 10 years and has mentored numerous staff members. Her compassion and work ethics have earned her a lot of respect from her patients and colleagues alike.Since 2016, she is appropriately utilizing her diagnostic skills to help patients’ achieve their goals. She has an RMSK- Registered in Musculoskeletal Sonographic from APCA (Alliance for Physician certification in advancement) certification and also practices EMG/NCV testing, of which she received certifications from HODS (Hands On Diagnostics). Outside of her work she enjoys time with her family, cooking and yes: kickboxing.

Dr Esha Desai, DPT

Doctor Of Physical Therapy
VP PR

Dr. Esha Desai has been practicing physical therapy for about 12 years and she has been a part of Dynamic Physical therapy for about 9 years now. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The College of Saint Scholastica in September 2015 and Master’s degree in health administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University in September 2010. She is a specialist in Vestibular Rehab and is successfully treating vertigo and other balance related issues. Dr. Desai has a special interest in orthopedics, geriatric care and treatment of BPPV and other vestibular disorders involving imbalance and dizziness. Her patients regard her as a compassionate, kind, caring and knowledgeable professional. In her spare time, she loves cooking, reading and travelling with her family. Dr Desai is a proud mother of a 4 years old daughter and loves to spend time with her princess.