Who treats shoulder pain when physical therapy is not enough?

When physical therapy hasn't resolved shoulder pain, the next step is an evaluation with an orthopedic specialist who can identify the underlying cause and offer more targeted interventions. Depending on your diagnosis, additional treatment options may include:

• Corticosteroid or PRP injections to reduce inflammation and support healing
• Ultrasound-guided procedures for precise treatment of tendons, bursae, or the joint itself
• Prolotherapy or stem cell therapy for tendon and ligament injuries that aren't responding to conservative care
• Nerve blocks for pain driven by nerve involvement
• Arthroscopic surgery for structural problems like rotator cuff tears, labral tears, or impingement that require repair

Shoulder pain that lingers after physical therapy usually has a specific structural or inflammatory driver — identifying it is the critical first step. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, our orthopedic and pain management team works together to find the most effective, least invasive solution for what's actually causing your pain.

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