Blogs Written by a Doctor of Physical Therapy
Why Shoulder Pain Keeps Returning & What You Can Do About It
Shoulder pain can be frustrating.
It often starts to improve, then returns when you get busy, go back to the gym, sleep poorly, or resume normal life.
Many people ask:
Why does this keep happening?
Did I re-injure it?
Should I stop using my shoulder?
Why won’t it stay better?
The truth is that shoulder pain often returns because symptoms improved before the system was fully rebuilt.
Running Pain vs. Soreness: Your Guide on When to Rest or Run
Every runner eventually asks the same question: Is this normal soreness… or the start of an injury?
Knowing the difference is one of the most important skills you can develop as a runner. In fact, research shows that over half of runners experience an injury within a year. The ability to interpret your body’s signals isn’t just helpful; it’s essential for long-term performance and longevity.
This guide will help you understand the difference between soreness and pain, recognize common running injuries, and confidently decide when to run, when to scale back, and when to seek help.