Contact BodyLogics

    Addresses

    • Barnet Clinic:  3 Henry Road, Barnet, EN4 8BL

    Phone: 020 8368 9220

     

    • Whetstone Clinic: 87 Russell Lane, Whetstone, London N20 0AB

    Phone: 020 8076 9582

     

    • Colindale Clinic:  42 Capitol Way, Colindale, London NW9 0AW

    Phone: 020 8075 2998

     

    Email: enquiries@bodylogics.co.uk


    Opening Hours

    Monday – 08:00 to 20:00
    Tuesday – 08:00 to 20:00
    Wednesday – 08:00 – 20:00
    Thursday – 08:00 – 20:00
    Friday – 08:00 – 20:00
    Saturday – 09:00 – 14:00
    Sunday – CLOSED

    Shoulder Pain treatment North London - helping people understand and overcome their shoulder pain

    It is estimated that between 2-4% of all primary care visits (Hospital or GP surgeries) in the UK are a result of shoulder pain.  It is also believed that throughout a lifetime, 40% of the world’s population will suffer from some form of shoulder pain. This is most likely due to the nature and structure of the shoulder joint.  Did you know that there are 27 possible movements available at the shoulder joint, more than any other joint in the body.  It is also the most commonly dislocated joint in the body too.

    Click here to read more about dislocations and their treatment at Bodylogics.

    Shoulder care specialists in North London - Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Injury Rehabilitation for shoulder specific pain

    Our Approach to Care

    Shoulder pain treatment in Barnet, Whetstone, North London

    When diagnosing shoulder related pain there are a number of possible mechanisms that can be causing it.  Sometimes the neck region can play a part in the pain due to the neural complexes that pass out of here and into the shoulder girdle area.  In other cases it is much simpler. We will explore briefly some of the more common pathologies that we see in clinic.

    This has historically been known as an impingement of the Supraspinatus tendon which passes under the acromial joint and is ‘pinched’ when the arms are raised out to our sides.  Surgery has often been used to treat this condition but a recent study has drawn criticism of this intervention, highlighting that those who received a placebo style surgery (not actually having the surgery but believing they have) made similar or identical progress to those who had the surgery.  An interesting and thoughtful topic for discussion.

    At Bodylogics, we use a variety of manual therapy and home exercise programmes to help you on your pathway to recovery.  We are also able to refer for other interventions such as cortisone injections to help manage pain if deemed necessary.

    The rotator cuff plays an important part in helping to stabilise the shoulder joint on any movement.  It consists of four muscles which work in conjunction with each other to drawer the humeral head deep into the shoulder cavity to help prevent unnecessary movement occurring.  When this is weak or over worked it can either tear or become inflamed.

    Read more here on our Rotator Cuff page here >>

    The Labrum is a fibrous structure that adds additional support to the humeral head of the shoulder.  This vital structure is damaged during extreme shoulder movements and can create high levels of pain.  It is often associated with a clicking/catching sensation and sharp episodes of pain, coupled alongside a deep dull ache within the shoulder joint. There are specific tests that can be performed to either rule in or rule out a Labrum Tear which we can perform here at Bodylogics.

    We also make use of our MRI centre links to ensure we have the correct pathology when suspected and your therapist will speak to you regarding this if it something deemed necessary.

    Although many people claim to know the true causes of frozen shoulder, it is actually still an unanswered question which we are still researching today. Once thought to be caused by an increase in collagen fibres being laid down on the shoulder joint due to inflammation, it has been proven in some cases that this is simply not true. There are risk factors for this condition, such as diabetes and females in particular age ranges….but, ultimately, we know that adhesive capsulitis is not the correct term to be used anymore.

    Why not take a look at our Frozen Shoulder page to find out more >>

    Helping you to treat Shoulder Pain in North London

    At Bodylogics we consider ourselves amongst the very best in the business in treating shoulder pain.  The reason for this is very simple, we offer good, honest advice to what is happening and have a range of interventions and techniques to help overcome your pain.

    We see many patients with shoulder pain and have learnt to categorise the conditions into specific areas which require specific types of treatment.  We also understand that there is no such thing as a ‘one size fits all’ approach.  Each of us present differently and have different onsets that cause pain.  It is our attention to detail that helps us to understand and work out what is happening with your shoulder pain and then applying the correct technique accordingly.

    Expert care close to Barnet, Whetstone, North London

    With locations throughout North London, Bodylogics has a location for everyone.  Our therapists are selected based not only on their qualifications and experience but their ability to communicate effectively and to make people feel comfortable.  You should expect the highest standards of care and attention when visiting us for your shoulder pain but also to feel welcome and looked after.  We pride ourselves on the attention to detail we pay to each and every patient we see and know full well that every person is unique and individual so everyone requires a different approach.  This is what makes our job so enjoyable and rewarding.

    Shoulder pain treatment - what to expect?

    As we have already mentioned, our care and approach is different and unique to each individual. But you can often expect to have some manual therapy in the form of soft tissue work, mobilisations, manipulation, dry needling or even acupuncture to help manage your pain. You may then be taken through a range of exercises to do at home, depending on your condition and what pathway to recovery you are on. What you can be sure of though is that by visiting us you will get the full package of care you should expect.

    We also take great pride in the fact we work with you as the patient to achieve the goal you desire. We see many patients and some know exactly what treatment they want or need and we apply this. It is important to know that you are the driving force behind what we do here and we help guide and advise on how to get the best from your shoulder treatment.

    Bodylogics are proud partners of London Sports Orthopaedics

    What if I need an MRI or cortisone injection?

    We work closely with some of the leading surgeons in London. Our approach is always to try conservative management first as we believe that this is the first step to managing and beating your shoulder pain. However, in some cases this doesn’t work and we need to look at alternative pathways to get you better.

    Here at Bodylogics we have built strong relationships with some of the best surgeons around. These same surgeons are able to offer cortisone injection should we all deem it a necessary intervention. We may suggest you use this in cases where pain is not becoming lower and it is affecting everyday tasks. It must be noted here though that cortisone injection is not without its risks. We will advise in consultations how to approach this topic but it should not be a first line of intervention in many cases.

    Speak to a shoulder specialist today to find out more

    Our team are specialists in pain and injury management. Our qualifications are specifically in the treatment of MSK issues and we have spent years studying and working with a wide range of patients to help better understand this condition. You can be sure that you are in the best hands possible when visiting us at Bodylogics. Our reviews speak for themselves and we have patient after patient stating how happy they have been with the services and attention they have received form us here.

    Don’t delay your treatment. The sooner you can diagnose the issue the sooner we can begin working through it and getting you on the pathway to ‘normal’. Call us or complete our contact form here to arrange a conversation with one of our specialists now.

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