07/11/2025
💪 Why Shoulder Pain Keeps Coming Back
Shoulder pain is one of the most common issues people experience — especially from desk work, stress, or poor posture.
Even after a massage, the pain often returns. Why?
Here are the main reasons 👇
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1. Muscle Imbalance
When some muscles (like your chest or upper traps) are too tight and others (like your lower traps or rotator cuff) are weak,
your shoulder joint becomes “pulled out of balance.”
➡️ The pain comes back because the root cause — imbalance — isn’t fixed yet.
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2. Posture Habits
Sitting hunched over your phone or computer causes your shoulders to roll forward.
Even after a great massage, if you go back to slouching, the tension builds up again.
👉 Massage helps release tight muscles — but posture awareness keeps them relaxed longer.
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3. Repetitive Movements
Typing, lifting, or carrying bags the same way every day keeps overusing the same muscles.
Without changing your movement patterns, your body repeats the pain cycle.
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4. Stress and Breathing
Stress makes you unconsciously tighten your shoulders and hold your breath.
Tight neck and shoulder muscles become your “default” state.
💨 Try slow breathing — it helps the body relax and reduces pain recurrence.
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5. Lack of Maintenance
Massage provides relief — but your muscles need consistent care:
stretching, strengthening, and proper ergonomics.
Think of massage like brushing your teeth — regular care keeps pain away!
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✨ Simple Tip for Clients
After your Remedial Massage session:
• Do 5–10 minutes of shoulder mobility exercises daily
• Take micro breaks every hour if you work at a desk
• Drink enough water to support muscle recovery
