Shoulder Tendinitis: How Osteopathy Can Help You in NDG

Vincent B.champagne
Jul 14
2 min read

🟢 Introduction

Do you experience shoulder pain, stiffness, or difficulty lifting your arm?Shoulder tendinitis is a common condition—especially among active individuals and people with repetitive arm movements.

At my osteopathy and massage therapy clinic in NDG, Montreal, I offer a natural, effective approach to reduce pain, restore mobility, and address the root cause of the problem.

🟢 What is Shoulder Tendinitis?

Tendinitis refers to the inflammation of a tendon, typically caused by overuse, poor posture, or repetitive motion.The most commonly affected tendons in the shoulder are:

Supraspinatus (part of the rotator cuff)
Biceps tendon
Subscapularis

⚠️ Common symptoms:

Pain in the front or side of the shoulder
Discomfort when lifting the arm or carrying objects
Morning stiffness or pain after activity
Muscle weakness or reduced range of motion

🟢 How Can Osteopathy Help with Shoulder Tendinitis?

1. 🔄 A global approach

Osteopathy doesn’t just treat the inflamed tendon — it aims to find and address the underlying cause of the stress, such as:

Postural imbalances
Cervical or thoracic restrictions
Rib dysfunction
Poor shoulder mechanics

2. 👐 Gentle, effective manual techniques

During the session, I may use:

Myofascial release to reduce tension and improve circulation
Joint mobilizations to increase shoulder range of motion
Cranial or visceral techniques, if deeper restrictions are contributing
Postural tips and movement advice tailored to your daily life

3. ⏳ Faster, more lasting recovery

Osteopathy may help:

Reduce inflammation and pain naturally
Improve shoulder function
Support tendon healing
Prevent recurrence without relying solely on medication or injections

🟢 Why consult an osteopath in NDG?

My clinic is conveniently located in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG), close to Côte-Saint-Luc, Montreal West, Hampstead, and Côte-des-Neiges.

As a certified osteopath i.o. and sports massage therapist, I offer professional, personalized treatments for shoulder injuries, tendinitis, bursitis, and chronic muscular issues.

🟢 Optional Patient Testimonial:

“After a few sessions with Vincent, the pain in my shoulder was almost gone. I had supraspinatus tendinitis, and the treatments helped me return to my activities pain-free.” – Julie M.