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Let’s talk about that nagging pain in your shoulder that makes you wince when you reach for your morning coffee or try to pull on a t-shirt. If you’re nodding along, you might be dealing with a frozen shoulder. And if you’re in Singapore, frantically Googling “frozen shoulder massage near me” at 2 am, you’re not alone.
We recently sat down with our sports massage therapists at HelloPhysio to get the lowdown on how sports massages benefit frozen shoulders. Before you roll your eyes – carefully, if your shoulder hurts – and think this is just another fad, hear me out. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill spa massage we’re talking about.
Does a Massage Help Frozen Shoulder?
People often ask our team, ‘Does a massage help frozen shoulder?’ Yes, it does! A sports massage can benefit a frozen shoulder by increasing blood flow to the affected area, reducing muscle tension, and promoting the release of adhesions in the connective tissues, which helps restore mobility and relieve pain.
Let’s back up a bit. For those of you who’ve been lucky enough to avoid this particular ‘joy’, frozen shoulder – adhesive capsulitis, if you want to sound knowledgeable – is like having your shoulder throw a temper tantrum. It gets stiff and painful and decides it doesn’t want to move much. It’s a real party pooper, affecting about 2-5% of us, with a special fondness for women between 40 and 60.
Now, if you’re wondering whether it’s okay to massage a frozen shoulder, you’re asking the right question. Jinella Chua, a sports massage therapist at HelloPhysio, quickly points out that you don’t want your well-meaning but untrained massage therapist to do this. “Sports massage for frozen shoulder requires a deep understanding of the body’s mechanics.”
Frozen Shoulder Massage Treatment at HelloPhysio
At HelloPhysio, frozen shoulder massage treatment has become an art form. It’s not about kneading your shoulder into submission. Instead, our approach combines deep tissue work, trigger point therapy and deep-assisted stretching techniques. The goal? To break down adhesions, get your blood flowing and coax your shoulder back into action.
Here’s where it gets really interesting. The massage therapy team doesn’t just focus on your grumpy shoulder. They look at the whole picture — your neck, your back, even how you sit at your desk. “Frozen shoulder is often just the loudest complainer in a symphony of issues,” Chua explains.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: It’s just another treatment and more exercises to add to your list. But does it actually work?
Before you rush off to book a frozen shoulder massage in Singapore, a word of caution. This isn’t a ‘one-and-done’ deal. HelloPhysio’s sports massage & lymphatic drainage therapist, Cassandra Ansari Hie, emphasises that patience is key. “We’re not magicians,” she says with a smile. “We’re more like persistent gardeners, nurturing your shoulder back to health.”
The typical treatment plan at HelloPhysio involves regular sessions, the frequency of which depends on how stubborn your shoulder is. Most people start seeing improvements within 2-4 weeks, but full recovery can take a couple of months. Combined with other treatment modalities from INDIBA® Activ and Shockwave Therapy, improvement can be seen quicker, typically within a few sessions.
For those of you who think, “That’s great, but I can barely find time to do my laundry, let alone regular massage appointments,” don’t worry. Our rehab team at HelloPhysio gets it. We offer guidance on some self-massage techniques and prescribed home exercises you can do at home. But — and this is a big but — Hei strongly advises against going rogue.
“A little knowledge can be dangerous,” she warns. “It’s important to have a professional assessment and treatment plan.”
Frozen shoulder massage therapy isn’t just about fixing a problem. It’s about empowering our clients to reclaim their mobility and their lives.
If you dread pain throughout the day when doing simple motions like reaching for the plate in your cupboards or getting dressed in the mornings, maybe it’s time to wave goodbye to pain and say hello to our trained team of sports massage therapists treating frozen shoulders. So, if you’re in Singapore, dealing with a shoulder that feels more like an ice block than a joint, consider giving a sports massage a shot.
Remember, your shoulder’s freezer burn won’t thaw overnight, but with the right help, you’ll be back to your full range of motion before you know it. Wouldn’t that be a reason to raise your arms in celebration?
Make an appointment today with our sports massage therapist.
