Struggling with shoulder pain that just won’t go away?
Having trouble lifting your arm, reaching overhead, or sleeping on your side?
You could be dealing with a rotator cuff tear — one of the most common causes of shoulder pain we treat at PainFree Health Clinic.
The good news: most rotator cuff tears can heal and improve without surgery using a combination of Physiotherapy, Chiropractic care, Shockwave Therapy, and structured Rehab.
Your rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize your shoulder and allow you to lift and rotate your arm.
A tear can happen from:
There are two main types:
Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
The tendon is damaged but not completely torn. These respond very well to conservative treatment and rehab.
Full-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tear
The tendon is fully torn. Some people still function well with rehab, while others may need a surgical opinion depending on strength and lifestyle demands.
✔ Shoulder pain when lifting your arm
✔ Pain sleeping on the affected side
✔ Weakness reaching overhead
✔ Difficulty reaching behind your back
✔ Clicking, catching, or lingering shoulder pain
If these symptoms sound familiar, early treatment can make a big difference.
At PainFree Health Clinic in Langley and Surrey, we use a complete, team-based approach combining:
✔ Physiotherapy
✔ Chiropractic Care
✔ Shockwave Therapy
✔ Progressive Rehab Exercises
Each part plays an important role in helping your shoulder heal and get strong again.
Physiotherapy is the foundation of recovery.
Our physiotherapists help you:
Treatment is always tailored to your injury stage so you build strength without irritating the tear.
Your shoulder doesn’t work alone — your neck and upper back play a big role in how your shoulder moves.
Chiropractic care helps by:
This makes your rehab exercises easier and more effective.
If your shoulder pain has been lingering for months, Shockwave Therapy can help jump-start healing.
Shockwave is a non-invasive treatment that:
It works especially well for chronic partial rotator cuff tears and tendon degeneration, and is often combined with physiotherapy and rehab exercises.
Rehab exercises are what help your shoulder become strong, stable, and pain-free again.
Your program may include:
Gentle mobility work and light muscle activation to reduce irritation.
Targeted exercises to rebuild tendon strength and shoulder control.
Overhead strength, lifting, and sport or work-specific movements.
Rehab ensures your shoulder doesn’t just feel better — it becomes stronger and more resilient so the pain doesn’t keep coming back.
Surgery may be considered for:
But many rotator cuff tears — even some full tears — can be successfully managed with Physiotherapy, Chiropractic treatment, Shockwave Therapy, and appropriate Rehab.
Our team will guide you and refer for imaging or a specialist if needed.
Don’t ignore shoulder pain that:
❌ Lasts longer than 2–3 weeks
❌ Wakes you at night
❌ Causes weakness lifting your arm
❌ Keeps returning
The earlier treatment starts, the smoother recovery tends to be.
If you’re dealing with shoulder pain in Langley or Surrey, our team is here to help.
At PainFree Health Clinic, we combine:
✔ Physiotherapy
✔ Chiropractic Care
✔ Shockwave Therapy
✔ Personalized Rehab Programs
to give you a complete, non-surgical solution for rotator cuff injuries.
Book your assessment today and start moving your shoulder pain-free again.
