Introduction to Shoulder Issues

Physical Therapy in Congress Park, Denver Downtown, Central Park, and Highlands Area for Shoulder

Welcome to the Atlas Physical Therapy’s resource about shoulder issues.

A shoulder injury can happen in any sport, and shoulder pain can be brought on from something as simple as sleeping in the wrong position.  Whether you have damaged your rotator cuff because you were a little too overzealous at touch football with your friends on Sunday, or you are sore from trying to weed the garden and paint the garage in one afternoon, this is the part of our website that we have designed with you in mind.

It is our aim to provide you with the information and tools to help you recover from a shoulder injury and to prevent future injuries from occurring.

When you have proper information about how to stay healthy, you will find that your playtime will be more rewarding, your sleep with be more sound and your daily grind won't wear you down.

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Hear from some of our patients who we treated for Shoulder Pain
Alex and his staff recently helped me with a knee injury and frozen shoulder. A couple years ago they helped me after my neck surgery. I am very pleased with the results and highly recommend their...
 Alex and his staff recently helped me with a knee injury and frozen shoulder. A couple years ago they helped me after my neck surgery. I am very pleased with the results and highly recommend their services. 
Stephanie F
Denver, CO
I have had a shoulder impingement type pain for years and finally decided to have it looked at. Alex was my PT and he immediately was able to diagnosis the issue. After he worked on it, I was amazed...
 I have had a shoulder impingement type pain for years and finally decided to have it looked at. Alex was my PT and he immediately was able to diagnosis the issue. After he worked on it, I was amazed how much more mobility I had and reduced pain. The team gave me strengthening and mobility exercises to prevent future discomfort. Absolute pleasure working with Atlas and the team.Thank you 
Jon J
Denver, CO
I’ve been going to Atlas PT for a shoulder injury and to resolve some back pain. Brett and Angela are fantastic at their craft and very personable. Brett helped me understand how certain movements...
 I’ve been going to Atlas PT for a shoulder injury and to resolve some back pain. Brett and Angela are fantastic at their craft and very personable. Brett helped me understand how certain movements irritated my biceps tendon causing shoulder pain and how to work around this issue. I’ve been impressed with his insight into what has caused my shoulder pain and back pain. Angela is thorough in showing me PT exercises and is really encouraging. I definitely recommend them! 
Bruce S
Denver, CO
Alex and the staff at the Quebec location have helped me through rotator cuff surgery along with a couple more injuries. Highly recommend their services!
 Alex and the staff at the Quebec location have helped me through rotator cuff surgery along with a couple more injuries. Highly recommend their services! 
Linda A Keller
Denver, CO
Saw Kate for my PT and recovery after surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff.  She is wonderful and caring and thorough.  I highly recommend her and the entire crew at Atlas.Thank you.
 Saw Kate for my PT and recovery after surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff.  She is wonderful and caring and thorough.  I highly recommend her and the entire crew at Atlas.Thank you. 
Michael N
Denver, CO
I have been going to Atlas Physical Therapy for years, alas for different body parts. Each time I have gone, for various body parts (knee, shoulder, and now hip), Atlas has been there for me. You...
 I have been going to Atlas Physical Therapy for years, alas for different body parts. Each time I have gone, for various body parts (knee, shoulder, and now hip), Atlas has been there for me. You won't regret it. Hope to (not) see you there - to your health! 
Kimberly S
Denver, CO
I was suffering from a frozen shoulder which was causing me a lot of pain. My doctor suggested going to Atlas Physical Therapy-Downton. Dr. Brett Green and Will did an incredible job in getting full...
 I was suffering from a frozen shoulder which was causing me a lot of pain. My doctor suggested going to Atlas Physical Therapy-Downton. Dr. Brett Green and Will did an incredible job in getting full movement back! With it, "no more pain". I highly recommend them! 
Judy H
Denver, CO
I’ve been coming here for almost a year after a shoulder surgery, and every single person I’ve talked to at Atlas is amazing. Gabriel(previous Lukas) and Isabel do a great job of fixing the...
 I’ve been coming here for almost a year after a shoulder surgery, and every single person I’ve talked to at Atlas is amazing. Gabriel(previous Lukas) and Isabel do a great job of fixing the shoulder - I doubt there’s a better PT group in Denver and always recommend them to friends 
Jimmy S
Denver, CO
Somehow at the ripe age of 35, I’ve had a lot of issues and I’ve worked with a lot of acupuncturists and chiropractors over the years with varied results and satisfaction rates. I’ve been seeing...
 Somehow at the ripe age of 35, I’ve had a lot of issues and I’ve worked with a lot of acupuncturists and chiropractors over the years with varied results and satisfaction rates. I’ve been seeing Luke off and on since 2015 and I feel safe when I’m under Luke’s care.. I know when I leave I will always be better than when I entered. I started seeing him due to chronic neck issues and continued to see Luke when I tweaked my shoulder. Both issues are on-going, but that’s because I play hard and haven’t gone to see Luke in quite some time. He was my primary choice when I eventually had hip reconstruction. He was patient with me after that surgery yet he pushed me when I didn’t want to work any more which led to a better recovery than I could have had otherwise. Luke is friendly, thoughtful, and in most importantly in this role, he is competent. Just scheduled my first appointment in a while and felt that a review was in order to help others make a decision if they were on the fence while choosing a great PT. Thanks for all you’ve done for me. See ya next week :) 
Johnny C
Denver, CO
I've worked with Andrea and Nate after a shoulder replacement surgery. I've found them both to be knowledgeable and professional and with their support and exercise instruction my shoulder has...
 I've worked with Andrea and Nate after a shoulder replacement surgery. I've found them both to be knowledgeable and professional and with their support and exercise instruction my shoulder has improved greatly, in spite of a setback due to a hairline fracture in my acromium. I highly recommend both Andrea and Nate. . 
Joe T
Denver, CO
Going to Atlas was one of the best decisions I made in regards to rehabilitation for my shoulder. Brett and Will were professional, easy to get along with, and incredibly knowledgeable. If anyone is...
 Going to Atlas was one of the best decisions I made in regards to rehabilitation for my shoulder. Brett and Will were professional, easy to get along with, and incredibly knowledgeable. If anyone is considering PT, I would highly recommend Atlas! 
Mikael H
Denver, CO
I had been going to a different therapist for several months with little progress. Just three visits with Alex and my neck and shoulder feel better than they have in months. Steve
 I had been going to a different therapist for several months with little progress. Just three visits with Alex and my neck and shoulder feel better than they have in months. Steve 
Steven Bonnie Lanton
Denver, CO
I had a wonderful experience at Atlas, specifically with Nikhil and Frank. They were great to work with, their program resolved my neck and shoulder issues quickly, and they helped treat and relieve a...
 I had a wonderful experience at Atlas, specifically with Nikhil and Frank. They were great to work with, their program resolved my neck and shoulder issues quickly, and they helped treat and relieve a great deal of pain. Just as important, after only a few visits, they left me with a home plan to provide aid if the problem ever presents itself again. Can't say enough positive things about my experience, about Nikhil and Frank, and they'll be my first call should I need PT of any kind again. 
Robert L
Denver, CO
It’s a super friendly environment. Everyone is relaxed and caring. I worked with the PT Kate on a shoulder/arm problem over a couple of months, along with Hailey who led me through stretches and...
 It’s a super friendly environment. Everyone is relaxed and caring. I worked with the PT Kate on a shoulder/arm problem over a couple of months, along with Hailey who led me through stretches and exercises. I’m happy to say I’m pain-free now and stronger! I definitely recommend this place! 
Erin G
Denver, CO
After experiencing shoulder and hip pain for a few months while swimming and running, I came to Atlas Congress Park looking for help. My pain was keeping me out of the pool and regularly truncating my...
 After experiencing shoulder and hip pain for a few months while swimming and running, I came to Atlas Congress Park looking for help. My pain was keeping me out of the pool and regularly truncating my runs. My experience at Atlas was excellent. The office was clean and comfortable, there was always parking in the lot, the entire team was efficient and helpful. My physical therapist, Brett, was especially great. He was evidently knowledgeable and invested in my recovery. He used several approaches and techniques to make the most of each appointment, including targeted massage, mobility training, and strength exercises. Beyond his professional aptitude and competence, Brett is also a genuinely great guy. His affable, warm nature made the recovery process enjoyable. The whole team was great, including my trainer Will. Physically, I am noticing significant improvement in both my hip and shoulder. With the support of the team at Atlas, and the skills I've been taught, I expect this improvement to continue. I can't recommend the practice enough! 
Johan D
Denver, CO
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