Chapel Hill, NC

Shoulder Pain
Treatment

From reaching overhead to sleeping at night-shoulder pain affects everything. Our regenerative treatments can restore your shoulder function and reduce pain without surgery.

Shoulder Conditions We Treat

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in your body, making it vulnerable to injury. We treat a wide range of conditions.

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Tears, tendinitis, and tendinosis of the rotator cuff muscles.

Shoulder Arthritis

Cartilage degeneration causing pain and stiffness.

Labrum Tears (SLAP)

Damage to the ring of cartilage around the shoulder socket.

Frozen Shoulder

Adhesive capsulitis causing severe stiffness and pain.

Shoulder Bursitis

Inflamed bursa causing pain with overhead movements.

AC Joint Problems

Arthritis or separation of the acromioclavicular joint.

Signs You Should Seek Treatment

Pain Reaching Overhead

Difficulty lifting your arm above shoulder level

Night Pain

Pain that wakes you up or prevents sleeping on that side

Weakness

Difficulty lifting objects or reaching behind your back

Catching or Clicking

Sensations of catching or popping with movement

Stiffness

Reduced range of motion or "frozen" feeling

Pain with Daily Activities

Difficulty dressing, driving, or reaching for objects

Regenerative Treatment Options

Our treatments can repair damaged tissue and restore shoulder function without surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Partial rotator cuff tears may heal after treatment with regenerative therapies. These treatments release growth factors that stimulate tendon healing and the resolution of pain without surgery.

Most patients notice improvement within 4-8 weeks, with continued progress over 3-6 months. The shoulder is a complex joint, so recovery often takes longer than smaller joints. Physical therapy is usually recommended alongside regenerative treatment.

For most shoulder conditions, yes. Steroid injections weaken tendons over time, which is particularly concerning for rotator cuff problems. PRP actually strengthens tissue and provides longer-lasting relief without the degenerative effects.

Restore Your Shoulder Function

Don't let shoulder pain limit your activities. Find out if regenerative treatment can help you avoid surgery.