Shoulder Impingement and Sub-Acromial Bursitis

Shoulder pain can stop you in your tracks. Lifting, reaching, or even sleeping on your side can become uncomfortable. One of the most common causes is shoulder impingement, often linked to sub-acromial bursitis. The good news is that with the right physiotherapy, you can reduce pain, regain full movement, and get back to performing at your best.

Why It Happens

Shoulder impingement occurs when the tendons or bursa in the space at the top of your shoulder get pinched. This can happen from repetitive overhead activities like swimming, throwing, or gym work. Poor posture, weak stabiliser muscles, and inefficient movement patterns make it easier for irritation and inflammation to develop.

Typical symptoms include pain at the front or side of the shoulder, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Without treatment, shoulder strength and performance can drop, and the pain may keep coming back.

How We Help

At Vantage Physio and Performance, we focus on more than just pain relief. We start with a detailed assessment to understand what’s causing your shoulder issues.

Treatment combines gentle hands-on therapy to ease pain and restore mobility with targeted exercises to strengthen the rotator cuff and shoulder stabilisers. We also correct posture and movement patterns so your shoulder can handle the loads of sport and everyday life. For athletes, sport-specific exercises ensure a safe, confident return to training and competition.

Education is key too. Knowing how to move correctly, protect your shoulder, and gradually load it again helps prevent the problem from returning.

Get Back to What You Love

Shoulder pain doesn’t have to hold you back. Early assessment and a tailored physiotherapy plan can restore movement, strength, and confidence.

Book now with Vantage Physio and Performance to get your shoulder moving freely and performing at its best.