Shoulder Pain
Painful movement of the shoulder?
Difficulty performing various tasks like hanging the washing?
Inability to carry objects with the affected arm?
A dull ache in the shoulder joint?
Pain sleeping on your side?
The shoulder joint is highly mobile and involved in many different movements, it is for this reason shoulder pain can be such a burden and impact many of your daily activities.
The shoulder joint is made up of many muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones and nerves, all of which have a susceptibility to injury.
Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC™) is a full-body chiropractic method that works on posture and structural function, rather than just symptom relief.
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What causes shoulder pain?
What we find is that shoulder pain is rarely a problem with the shoulder itself, more often it is a whole body or postural problem. There are many possible causes of shoulder pain, it is therefore important for our chiropractors to conduct a comprehensive clinical history and physical examination.
Generally speaking, unless there is a physical trauma, or an underlying pathology, shoulder pain is commonly caused by structural/postural imbalances. The most noticeable sign of structural imbalances is poor posture.
A forward slouched posture creates excessive pressure on the tissues of the shoulder joint, potentially leading to increased chances of pain and injury.
Being stuck in a forward position with rounded shoulders for long periods of time makes the shoulder more susceptible to injury. Due to the added strain on the shoulder joint(s) in this position, the healing time for pre-exisiting injuries can potentially be delayed.
Want a real life example?
Try this: with a nice upright posture, raise your arms out to the sides, then raise them up over your head. Now roll your shoulders forward and your posture forward and do the same task. You should notice it is much, much harder to raise your shoulders smoothly with forward posture.
Common causes of shoulder pain and poor posture:
Prolonged sitting e.g. office work or driving
Poor ergonomic set up
Soft mattress and incorrect pillow height
Sporting injuries/ direct trauma
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
Our Approach
Our approach is to correct the underlying structural imbalances causing shoulder pain. This helps to create relief of pain and also helps to restore normal movement patterns to the shoulder.
To create this change, we utilise a method of chiropractic known as Advanced Biostructural Correction™, or ABC™ for short. In fact, our chiropractors are responsible for teaching this method to other chiropractors all around the globe!
ABC™ works to improve posture by assessing and correcting the structural imbalances or misalignments in the body. Improved posture can help your body start to move and feel better.
Creating a more upright posture over time is a process known as stabilisation.
With improved posture, there is often less pressure on the muscles, ligaments, bones, discs, and nerves surrounding the spine and shoulders. This can improve pain, increase shoulder mobility and allow the body to recover naturally.
To see some of our patients results simply click this link here.
Tried Other Treatments Without Long-Term Results?
We focus on correcting the underlying structure of your body – not just managing symptoms or offering quick fixes.
“My back pain returns shortly after adjusting.”
We target the root mechanical imbalance so your structure can maintain a stable upright position naturally.
“Chiro just cracks things. I need more than that.”
Our method is full-body, precise, and tailored to what your body needs most.
“I’ve tried everything. I still get flare-ups.”
ABC™ addresses structural imbalances your body cannot self-correct – the ones other methods often miss.
“Pain in the back is just something I have to live with.”
Many patients regain long-term comfort by addressing the structural source.
What to expect
Your First Visit
We start by understanding your back pain and assessing your posture and structure to identify deeper patterns affecting your spine.
Your Personalised Plan
You’ll receive a care plan designed to reduce discomfort while supporting long-term improvement using the ABC method.
Your Ongoing Care
Each visit builds on the last to help the body stabilise and move more freely. Care is delivered in our open, high-energy clinic environment.
Meet our Chiropractors
Dr. Jonathan Camm
Combines nursing and chiropractic training to support patients with persistent spinal issues and posture-driven pain.
Dr. Mike Bates
Brings over 15 years of global experience and a focus on improving long-term function and spinal balance.
Dr. Samantha Coupe
A master-level ABC™ practitioner with a special interest in back pain, posture, and stress-related tension.
Dr. Richard Martin
A trailblazer of ABC method, Richard Helps patients with long-standing back pain achieve lasting change through structural alignment and functional movement.
Dr. Ben Coupe
An early pioneer of ABC™ in Australia and the UK, Ben brings decades of expertise in posture and structural correction.