Persistent shoulder pain — from overhead reaching, a golf swing, or years of activity — can often be relieved without drugs or surgery. A systematic review of randomized trials found that optimal-dose low-level laser therapy provides clinically relevant pain relief in shoulder tendinopathy, alone or with physiotherapy. At ReliefNow Laser Naples, Dr. Marc Browner helps Naples and Collier County patients reach, swing, and sleep comfortably again.

The shoulder is the body’s most mobile joint, which is exactly why it’s vulnerable. In Naples, it’s the golf swing, the tennis serve, the overhead reach, and the swimmer’s stroke that tend to wear it down over time.

What’s behind most shoulder pain?

Pain that worsens with arm or shoulder movement usually comes from the joint and its surrounding tendons and muscles, such as the rotator cuff — or, like tennis elbow, from repetitive overuse. It can also stem from arthritis in the joint. Less commonly, shoulder pain is referred from the neck, which is why a proper evaluation matters.

When should shoulder pain be concerning?

Get prompt care after a fall or injury, for an inability to raise the arm, or for pain with swelling, redness, or warmth. Shoulder pain with chest pressure or shortness of breath needs emergency care.

Why we use Class IV laser for the shoulder

A meta-analysis focused solely on laser for shoulder tendinopathy concluded that, at proper doses, it can deliver clinically meaningful pain relief and a faster course of improvement — especially combined with rehab exercise. It’s non-invasive, with short sessions and no medication, an approach in keeping with Dr. Browner’s emphasis on natural, drug-free healing.

Sources

1. Mayo Clinic — Shoulder pain (causes)
2. Haslerud S, et al. LLLT for shoulder tendinopathy: systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs. Physiother Res Int. 2014.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition.

Ready to reach, swing, and sleep without shoulder pain? Contact ReliefNow Laser Naples to schedule your consultation.

ReliefNow® Laser Naples — Dr. Marc Browner, Chiropractic Physician · 3200 Bailey Ln, Suite 225-B, Naples, FL 34105 · (239) 893-7811 · Serving Naples and the surrounding Collier County area.

About the author: Dr. Marc Browner graduated from the University of Florida in 1990 and earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life College in 1995. After interning in Fort Lauderdale, he established private practices in Plantation, Weston, and Naples. He is a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association and pursues ongoing continuing education to stay current with new treatment methods and technologies — the commitment that led him to adopt Class IV laser therapy.