Taking Care of Your Shoulders: The Importance of Prevention Over Treatment
When life gets tough, it's easy to put our bodies through stress without realizing the impact on our overall health. A sudden stop on a bus or a jarring motion can leave us feeling sore and stiff in the shoulders. However, experts say that prevention is far more effective than treatment when it comes to maintaining healthy shoulders.
The phrase "motion is lotion" coined by physiotherapist Dr. Josh Zadro perfectly encapsulates this idea. Just like how regular exercise keeps our muscles flexible and strong, regularly moving our shoulders can help prevent problems from arising in the first place.
One of the most effective ways to maintain shoulder health is through daily movement. This means incorporating exercises into your routine that promote full range of motion. Dr. Zadro recommends simple exercises such as arm circles, wall slides, and overhead reaches to keep the shoulders moving freely.
In addition to regular exercise, experts also recommend strengthening the muscles in our shoulders to provide support and stability for the joints. Using a resistance band or light weights can help target these muscles without putting excessive strain on the rotator cuff tendons.
When it comes to increasing new activities gradually, experts caution against sudden spikes in intensity. This can lead to overworking the rotator cuff, which can result in injuries such as tendinopathy and bursitis. Instead, incorporating incremental increases into your exercise routine allows for gradual adaptation and reduces the risk of injury.
While prevention is key, there's no denying that pain can be a real indicator of a problem. If you experience any discomfort or stiffness in your shoulders, it's essential to listen to your body and seek professional advice from a physiotherapist.
By taking proactive steps to care for our shoulders through regular exercise, strengthening, gradual increase in activities, and listening to pain, we can significantly reduce the risk of injuries and maintain overall health. Remember, motion is lotion – keep moving to stay healthy!
When life gets tough, it's easy to put our bodies through stress without realizing the impact on our overall health. A sudden stop on a bus or a jarring motion can leave us feeling sore and stiff in the shoulders. However, experts say that prevention is far more effective than treatment when it comes to maintaining healthy shoulders.
The phrase "motion is lotion" coined by physiotherapist Dr. Josh Zadro perfectly encapsulates this idea. Just like how regular exercise keeps our muscles flexible and strong, regularly moving our shoulders can help prevent problems from arising in the first place.
One of the most effective ways to maintain shoulder health is through daily movement. This means incorporating exercises into your routine that promote full range of motion. Dr. Zadro recommends simple exercises such as arm circles, wall slides, and overhead reaches to keep the shoulders moving freely.
In addition to regular exercise, experts also recommend strengthening the muscles in our shoulders to provide support and stability for the joints. Using a resistance band or light weights can help target these muscles without putting excessive strain on the rotator cuff tendons.
When it comes to increasing new activities gradually, experts caution against sudden spikes in intensity. This can lead to overworking the rotator cuff, which can result in injuries such as tendinopathy and bursitis. Instead, incorporating incremental increases into your exercise routine allows for gradual adaptation and reduces the risk of injury.
While prevention is key, there's no denying that pain can be a real indicator of a problem. If you experience any discomfort or stiffness in your shoulders, it's essential to listen to your body and seek professional advice from a physiotherapist.
By taking proactive steps to care for our shoulders through regular exercise, strengthening, gradual increase in activities, and listening to pain, we can significantly reduce the risk of injuries and maintain overall health. Remember, motion is lotion – keep moving to stay healthy!
it's so easy 2 get into bad habits & then u r stuck w/ a sore shoulder. prevention over treatment 4 life 
im all about them arm circles & wall slides 2 keep those shoulders loose & mobile. & dont even get me started on strength training - it's like, ur muscles need a workout too 
just remember 2 listen 2 ur body & take it easy when u need 2 
Did u know that 75% of people experience shoulder pain at some point in their lives? 
And it's not just from accidents or overuse, but also from poor posture & daily activities like typing/computer work. 
I personally use a standing desk & do shoulder rolls every hour to avoid tension build-up! 
My fave exercise is wall slides - 3 sets of 10 reps, 3 times a week. 
Anyone else got a favorite shoulder exercise? 
and it's literally changed my gaming experience 
but anyway back to shoulders... i never thought about how much stress our bodies go through without us even realizing it 
that would hurt so bad! 
like they say prevention is key not treatment lol i remember when im doing yoga last yr and i do this one shoulder stretch and it feels so good afterwards 
but seriously guys motion is lotion we should b movin our shoulders all day erryday to prevent those aches & pains 
. Like, I was on a bus yesterday and it hit a pothole like crazy 
and now my shoulders are killing me 
. But then I saw this article about preventing shoulder problems instead of just treating them 
. It makes so much sense - regular movement can really help prevent issues from arising in the first place! 
. It's easy to just push through when you're stressed or tired, but trust me, it's way better to prevent problems from happening in the first place 
Yeah, don't want that to happen 
. Taking care of your shoulders is so important, especially now that we're all getting older 
!
gotta be careful with those shoulders tho, all that sitting at a desk or playing video games for hours on end... i mean, it's not all bad, but sometimes a little exercise can work wonders 
.
Like, have you ever tried arm circles and wall slides before? It's literally just 5 minutes a day, but it makes such a huge difference 
. I've been doing them for months now and my shoulders feel so much more flexible 
. But honestly, the most important thing is to listen to your body and not push through pain 
. I know some people might think it's just stress or whatever, but trust me, if you're feeling shoulder soreness, it's time to take a break and get checked out 
. Prevention over treatment makes so much sense, it's crazy we don't prioritize our bodies more. Like, have you ever noticed how people get all worked up about exercise and then suddenly stop doing anything? It's always prevention, not punishment 
those habits can go a long way in preventing shoulder issues 
. How do people from low-income communities afford gym memberships or resistance bands? Its like they're saying, 'just move your shoulders more' without considering the barriers that prevent people from doing so in the first place. We need to make sure that everyone has access to exercise and healthcare, not just those who can afford it 
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. But honestly, it's been a game changer! I've noticed such a big difference in how my shoulders feel after just a few weeks of regular movement 
. It's all about being proactive and not waiting until you're hurt to start taking care of yourself 
i mean if u gotta hurt ur shoulder somethin g1t 2 b done bout it 
shouldn't prevention be like voting for your own healthcare? 
after all, if we can vote for change in our government, shouldn't we also have the right to take care of ourselves without needing a doctor's approval every step of the way? 
, I got up from my seat to grab something from the glove compartment and just froze for like an hour 
. It made all the difference in relieving my tension. Nowadays, whenever I have a long day at work or a night of gaming 
. Don't be like me after a gaming session, always stiff & sore 
Same thing with your body! Just get out there and move already!!! 
