Non-Surgical Shoulder Pain Care

Medically reviewed by Derek Wimmer, PA

Key facts

Common causes	Rotator cuff, frozen shoulder, arthritis
Evaluation	In-office imaging as needed
Options	PRP, Focused Shockwave, injections
Goal	Restore motion, avoid surgery

Common causes & symptoms

• Rotator cuff strain and tendinopathy
• Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
• Shoulder arthritis and stiffness
• Pain with overhead motion, golf, tennis, or swimming

When to seek care

If shoulder is limiting your activity, lingering for more than a couple of weeks, waking you at night, or causing swelling or instability, it's worth a proper evaluation. Early, accurate assessment often opens up more — and less invasive — options.

How we evaluate it

Your visit begins with an in-office evaluation, with imaging — ultrasound or fluoroscopy — when it's needed, so we can see the area clearly. Occasionally we'll arrange additional imaging elsewhere. From there, Derek builds a personalized, honest plan — and walks you through the options for your situation.

Non-surgical options we may consider

• Image-guided injections — targeted relief for the joint or cuff
• PRP — to support tendon and soft-tissue healing
• Focused shockwave therapy — for stubborn cuff-related pain
• Mobility & maintenance planning — to restore and protect range of motion

Keeping you active

For golfers, pickleball and tennis players, boaters, and active retirees, the goal isn't just less pain — it's getting back to the life you love and staying there. That's the heart of how we plan your care.