Shoulder pain is one of the most debilitating pain you can experience in daily life.
Whether suddenly or over time, shoulder pain can make everything from putting on your seatbelt to lifting the kettle to make an afternoon cup of tea uncomfortable.
You might have been advised that your shoulder pain will disappear in a few days. But if months have passed and movement is becoming increasingly difficult, it’s clear that your issue isn’t simply having slept at a funny angle or needing a new pillow.
If your shoulder pain is turning the simplest task into a major problem, it’s time to stop waiting for it to go away on its own and bring in a professional.
Private physiotherapy can uncover why you have shoulder pain, and then create a personalised treatment plan to regain your function, mobility, and best quality of life again.
You might feel nervous about booking a private physiotherapy appointment. If you’ve had a bad previous experience or been recommended generic exercises that didn’t solve your problem, it’s normal to be apprehensive.
At Hamilton Physiotherapy, we focus on outcome over intervention. Shoulder rubs from family members are nice – but if a massage isn’t targeted, it won’t help your pain!
By starting physiotherapy for your shoulder pain, you can stop discomfort from dictating your life. Our treatment plans are fully tailored to your injury and can include manual massage, exercises, stretches, or even gentle exercise.
All that matters is finding the right method to ease your pain, without relying on medication to take the edge off.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have been with David at Hamilton Physiotherapy for the past three months, after post surgery shoulder, neck and arm pain. The initial excersises David asked me to carry out proved to be quite difficult, but slowly after some grim determination and encouragement I now find them fairly easy and quite enjoyable. I can now sleep better at night and most of all pain free. I would not hesitate to recommend David to anyone. kenneth burt2025-05-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. David helped me with my neck and back problems (20+ years of working in the office resulting in bad posture & bad habits). He diagnosed and addressed the issues with a set of exercises that I've added to my daily (and gym) routine. The posture issues, neck and back pains are now gone, and my golf has improved as well! I would highly recommend David's service. Marek Kalwasinski2025-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. David helped me with my lower back problem. He was very friendly, professional, informative and thorough. Thanks to David now I know what to do should my back problem comes back again in the future - hopefully not for a very very long time. All the hints and tips and exercises that David shared were all very helpful. putri hirota2025-02-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hurt a joint in my back at an exercise class just a few days before my ski holiday and needed treatment at short notice. I saw David as an emergency and after just 2 sessions, supported by great advice & follow up exercises, I was pain free and able to enjoy my ski trip. Lorna McDougall2025-01-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to David after seeing a doctor who referred me to the NHS clinic in Hamilton to see a physiotherapist. He told me I had strained the muscles in my lower back .if it did not get better in 6 weeks go back and see the doctor who would refer me again. Because of the pain I decided to see a private physio and after having a chat with David on the phone I made an appointment . The best thing i ever did . The first appointment he told me it wasnt my back it was my hip .He then explained what the issue was and showed me the structure of the hip and how the issue was occurring . At every appointment he made me feel very at ease .he gave me exercises to do at home and work which did get rid of the pain .A big thankyou BUAVOX . Christine Tannock2025-01-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Attended with a very sore stiff neck which I had for 3 months. Tried osteopath a few times to no avail. David listened and diagnosed the problem quickly. After a few days I felt a massive improvement and after two visits I had no symptoms and completely pain free. Would highly recommend David. Bobster Mar2024-12-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend David Musgrave at Buavox highly enough. I had problems with one knee and the other ankle (!) and in a few months, he has made an enormous difference to both, especially my ankle. He is extremely sympathetic and encouraging and very easy to talk to. He gets to the root of the problem quickly and suggests exercises to help. He then sends the exercises in an email, with videos so that you can check that you are doing them correctly. The ones he gave me were relatively simple to remember and it was easy to do them on a regular basis, without getting fed up with the process, as has happened in the past. Go to him for all your aches and pains! Linda Ormiston2024-11-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really good experience here, struggled with injuries over the last year, mcl ligament damage, hamstring, after 4 sessions fully back fit and just completed a half marathon Paul Gallagher2024-11-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you David for all your help and support! Great to have things explained and my fears, when thinking the worse, calmed! Would definitely return if it was required! Lesley Davidson2024-11-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Contacted David about my lower back pain which i had for a several months after examining me David found my lower back muscles were tense from a back injury. After a few sessions with exercises and muscle massage i was back playing golf. I had another three sessins with David and was back cycling again. David was very professionable and knowledgeable and i would highly recommend him. Stephen Monaghan2024-11-14
When basic movements become painful, keeping your shoulder still and relying on your other arm to do all the work is tempting. However, this can only compound your initial problem and lead to your shoulder becoming sorer and stiffer over time.
Try to keep your shoulder moving in a comfortable way to avoid causing more damage down the line.
A quick Google or YouTube search will bring up hundreds of exercises for shoulder pain – but how do you know they are the right ones for your issue?
In some cases, doing the wrong exercises will make you feel worse! The best way to create a personalised exercise programme is to talk to an expert, who can create a progressive plan that builds your long-term strength, function, and mobility.
Above anything else, the most important thing you can do to tackle your shoulder pain is get a physiotherapy appointment!
Improvements can always be made to your quality of life. Working with a professional is the best way to start moving more independently, get a good night’s sleep, and enjoying your favourite hobbies again at last.
We don’t promise a magical fix for your pain if we can’t provide one.