Shoulder And Neck Pain
Dr. Stella Dimitrakakis
Owner of Soma Vita Physio & Wellness
A Message From Dr. Stella Dimitrakakis Physical Therapist & owner of Soma Vita Physio & Wellness
- Is Shoulder or Neck Pain Holding You Back from Being More Active?
- Does Your Shoulder Wake You Up At Night?
- Is Your Neck Pain Causing You Migraines?
wants to know:
Do You Ever Ask Yourself...
“Why Is This Happening To Me?”
“Why Am I Still Suffering With Neck And Shoulder Pain After Putting Up With It For 6 Months – Sometimes More?”
Most people think that when they get Neck or Shoulder Pain, the pain is going to go away on its own. That they’ll wake up one morning and like “magic”, it’ll be as if it never happened… But then 6 months later you’re still living with nagging pain even worse than it was when it came on.
Does That Sound Like You?
Has That Ever Happened To You?
Is This How You Feel?
If You’re Currently Living With Neck And Or Shoulder Pain, Here’s 7 More Reasons Why It Could Be Lasting Longer
Than It Should:
1. You thought it would go away on it’s own – but it didn’t
2. You went to the Doctor who told you to rest and take painkillers – but the pills did nothing to help, and as soon as they wore off neck and shoulder pain struck again
3. A family member, or friend, told you that everybody gets neck and shoulder pain as they get older, so you just accepted it
4. You sought help from other Healthcare Professionals or a Physical Therapist in the past, but nothing they said or did seemed to help
5. You’ve tried using things like heating pads or TENS but they’ve done nothing to help make the pain better
6. You thought it would be a good idea to rest because your neck or shoulder pain was so bad, but it still irritates you daily
7. You decided to get a few “massages” hoping that would fix the pain, but all they did was feel nice and relaxing, and didn’t do anything to fix it long term
If any of these have happened to you – we would love to help. The fact that you’ve tried any or all of these things, means that we know what doesn’t work – which means we are closer to finding what DOES.
Click the Link Below to Speak With a Doctor and learn how we can help you get out of pain.
Our Process
Phase 1: Tell Us Your Story
Unlike, the experience you often get at the doctor’s office, we want to hear your story. The full thing. No shortcuts. We want to learn about your injury, interests, and how this has been affecting your life.
This is your chance to tell us everything you want– including your health goals and aspirations, no matter how big or small.
Phase 2: Get Some Clarity
We will explain the possible causes behind your injury as well as explain the timeline for recovery.
Our goal throughout therapy is to give you the knowledge and tools to understand how this injury occurred in the first place, how to address it now, and how to prevent re-injury in the future.
Phase 3: Resolve Your Pain and Build Up Resiliency
We work with clients in a 3 step process.
- Reduce the pain and symptoms you’re experiencing
- Find the root cause of the issue and correct it
- Build up your body’s strength and resiliency so that this doesn’t occur in the future
“What Can You Do To Get Rid Of Neck/Shoulder Pain?”...
Well, here’s 4 things you can do:
1. First off, you need to make a decision about getting help. So many people procrastinate for so long, thinking that the neck and shoulder pain will ‘just go away with time’, but then 6 months down the line they’re still putting up with it, and nothing’s changed…or it gets worse.
2. Next, do the RIGHT exercises – one of the best things to help you ease your neck and/or shoulder pain is to do the right series of progressed exercises – the right exercises given to you by a Physical Therapist will help reduce pain, and allow you to move freely again quick – and make sure that the problems don’t come back any time soon.
3. Avoid sitting and sleeping in awkward positions – ever woken up with a painful neck? Or, after a long day spent sitting felt tightness in your shoulders? That’s because one of the worst things you can do that adds to neck and/or shoulder pain is sitting with bad posture, and sleeping in awkward positions. It would really help if you were given appropriate strengthening exercises for better posture, alongside hands-on treatment, to get you active and healthy as quickly as possible.
4. Get real, “hands-on” Physical Therapy – Physical Therapy is proven to help people with neck and shoulder pain. In fact at Soma Vita Physio & Wellness it’s one of the most common issues we see. If your neck and/or shoulder pain is affecting your job, if your sleep is disturbed by tightness or tension in your shoulders, if it stops you from keeping active, or if it threatens your independence and gets in the way of spending quality time with family and friends – Physiotherapy can help get you back to living the life you deserve as quickly as possible.
So The Next Question Is:
"How can choosing to see a Physical Therapist at Soma Vita Physio & Wellness, help you get rid of Neck and/or Shoulder pain?"
- We can quickly take away the pain and stiffness - often inside a couple of sessions
- We can help you find out what’s really going on, and get to the root cause of your shoulder pain once and for all - often inside 20 minutes
- Pain can “zap” you of energy and limit a peaceful nights sleep - we can help you to enjoy sleeping at night and living with more energy each day
- We will ensure that your problem is “corrected” and “healed” properly - and we will provide you with the perfect set of exercises that will speed up your recovery
- We can help you put an end to needing to take all of those painkillers which are obviously not very good for your long-term health
- We can help you find out what’s really going on, and get to the root cause of your shoulder pain once and for all
- We can help you avoid dangerous neck or shoulder surgery - and painful injections
- We can help you keep out of the Doctor’s waiting room
- We can help you get back to enjoying quality time with family and friends that neck and shoulder pain has taken from you
- We can help you to finally get a good night’s sleep without tossing and turning trying to find that one position that feels right
- Basically, the Physical Therapy Team at Soma Vita Physio & Wellness can help you get back to living life free from daily, annoying and chronic neck and shoulder pain
If you want to know what it costs – and what availability we have, then please just click the button below and complete the short form
What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Soma Vita Physio & Wellness In Watchung...
70+ 5-Star Reviews
- Alka C.
“In New Jersey, there are only five Certified Functional Manual Therapists (CFMT), and Dr. Stella is one of them. To become a CFMT, a post-doctoral specialist must undergo an additional five years of training beyond their physical therapy doctorate. This advanced certification speaks volumes about her expertise and dedication.
One of the most notable aspects of Dr. Stella’s practice is her commitment to providing personalized care. Each session with her lasts a full hour—yes, you read that right. This is not just a standard appointment but a comprehensive, one-on-one experience. Dr. Stella combines her therapeutic techniques with hands-on treatment and closely supervised exercise, ensuring that each patient receives her full attention and the highest quality of care.
Before working with Dr. Stella, I struggled with significant limitations in my arm, neck, and shoulder movement. Her unwavering dedication and skill have made a remarkable difference in my condition. Her approach is both thorough and transformative, and I am now experiencing much-improved mobility and comfort.
I am not affiliated with Dr. Stella, nor have I been compensated for this review. My recommendation is based purely on my personal experience and the outstanding care I received.
If you are seeking top-tier physical therapy and a therapist who truly invests in your recovery, Dr. Stella is a standout choice.”
- Kathryn R.
“Prior to starting physical therapy with Dr Stella, I was experiencing frequent neck pain and also pelvic floor dysfunction. With Dr Stella’s expertise, both of these issues have since resolved.
As a physical therapist myself, I wanted to find a PT who is a master in their craft, treats each patient holistically, considers the whole body in their plan of care, and is fluent in women’s health care. She provides her clients with her full attention throughout the duration of the session, which is extremely rare in the outpatient orthopedic setting. Dr Stella’s extensive experience, training, and manual therapy/ diagnostic skills allow her to provide quality and patient specific care. I have seen progress and improvement with every session.
Dr Stella is caring, compassionate, and personable; she provides a truly therapeutic presence which was especially necessary when I was struggling with infertility. I admire how passionate Dr Stella is to educate and empower women to meet their movement goals and function without restrictions. She genuinely cares and is generous with her time and resources. I cannot recommend her enough as she has significantly changed my life.“
- Roubi S.
“My TMJ and head and neck issues have been a chronic problem I have had to deal with for years. Dr. Stella at Soma Vita took a refreshing approach to my complaints, analyzed my posture and anatomy, thoroughly reviewed my history, developed a treatment plan and quickly and methodically went to work. Her demeanor is pure sunshine, she is the epitome of professionalism and her office space is impeccably clean and organized. I learn something new at every session. This is patient care at its finest. I can’t recommend her enough!”
