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Do You Have Overhead Shoulder Pain? Here's Why You Have It and Why SoftWave Therapy is Your Solution!

Published March 3rd, 2025 by Dr. Sam Camarata

Regain Mobility and Comfort with Help from Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness in North Chili and Rochester NY

Do you feel sharp or nagging pain when reaching overhead? Whether it's lifting groceries, throwing a ball, or reaching for a cabinet, overhead shoulder movements can become frustratingly painful when something isn’t functioning properly in the shoulder joint.

At Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness, we understand how debilitating overhead shoulder pain can be. That’s why we offer a cutting-edge solution that not only relieves pain but helps repair the source of the problem: SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology.

Common Causes of Overhead Shoulder Pain

Pain during overhead motion typically stems from soft tissue irritation, inflammation, or injury. Common causes include:

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tendinitis or Tears (especially supraspinatus)
Labrum Tears
Biceps Tendonitis
AC Joint Dysfunction or Osteoarthritis
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

These conditions often limit shoulder mobility and can worsen without proper treatment. Traditional approaches often include pain medications, steroid injections, or even surgery. But there is a better way.

SoftWave Therapy: A Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Alternative

SoftWave Therapy uses electrohydraulic supersonic acoustic waves to penetrate deep into the shoulder, triggering healing at the cellular and tissue level. It works through a process called mechanotransduction, which helps the body restart the healing process where inflammation, degeneration, or scarring has slowed it down.

Benefits of SoftWave Therapy for Overhead Shoulder Pain:

Decreases pain and inflammation
Stimulates stem cell activation and migration
Promotes neovascularization and angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth)
Improves joint mobility and flexibility
Flushes out scar tissue and trapped inflammation

The result? Increased range of motion, less pain with overhead movements, and improved strength and functionality.

What to Expect at Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness

Dr. Sam Camarata and team start with a comprehensive consultation and shoulder examination, including functional testing of your overhead movements.

Your first visit includes a Discovery Day session with SoftWave Therapy, where we perform a mapping session to locate biofeedback "hot spots" of pain and inflammation in the rotator cuff and surrounding tissues. Then, we deliver a targeted treatment using tailored intensity and frequency based on your unique condition.

Typical Treatment Timeline

Most patients begin to notice relief within 1-3 visits
Full healing response occurs over 6-8 treatments
For severe or chronic cases, 8-12 sessions may be recommended

And the best part? The healing continues for up to 12 weeks and beyond after the final session, as SoftWave therapy stimulates long-term cellular repair and regeneration.

Real Results from Rochester Patients

At Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness, we’ve helped:

Athletes return to overhead training and throwing
Active adults lift, reach, and move without pain
Post-surgical patients regain range of motion and strength

Our two convenient locations make it easy to receive care in your neighborhood:

North Chili Office: 3237 Union St, North Chili, NY 14514
Elevate 585 Performance & Fitness Center: 342 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607

Ready to Reach Pain-Free Again?

You don’t have to live with the discomfort of overhead shoulder pain. Whether it’s preventing you from working, training, or doing the things you love, SoftWave Therapy may be the solution you've been searching for.

Schedule your Discovery Day: https://www.naturalhealingroc.com/experience-healing
Call us today: 585-617-4145
Learn more about us here: www.camaratachiropractic.com

Let us help you reach higher — with less pain and greater mobility.