Shoulder pain is awful. It can be a constant nagging pain or an occasional twang that leaves you doubled over in pain. The fact is, there’s nothing good whatsoever about shoulder pain and there is no silver lining, other than the fact you can almost always ease, relieve or remove the pain. Today, we’re going to look at 6 potential causes of shoulder pain, so you can stop them and start looking at ways to relax those shoulders.
Stress
Stress causes us a lot of problems and shoulder pain is just one of them. The more time we spend stressed, the more tense our shoulders, back and neck are. The longer this goes on, it can cause inflammation and long term, ongoing shoulder pain. Unfortunately, no amount of massages will improve this, the stress will keep causing shoulder pain as long as you have it. So the key here is to remove the stress. Start meditation, find ways to relax, try out yoga and take care of yourself.
Bad Sleeping Posture
Whilst it may feel more comfortable to sleep on your side or on your chest, it may actually be causing you all kinds of muscular pain. Without the right pillows and support, your body is going to suffer. If you wake up feeling that shoulder pain, it’s most likely that the way you sleep is contributing towards the pain. It’s a good idea to look into the different types of sleeping positions and what type of mattress or pillow could help you find comfort.
Exercising Wrong
Some exercise is better than no exercise, right? Well, not always. In fact, exercising wrong can cause anything from minor discomfort all the way down to major sprains and breaks. Take weightlifting for example, we know it’s wrong to carry heavy things incorrectly. Yet when it comes to weights at the gym, many lift amounts they’re not ready for without proper technique and posture. If your trips to the gym seem to be doing more harm than good, you might want to speak to a personal trainer or ask someone to check your form.
Using a Bad Chair
Bad chairs are everywhere, you’ve gotta believe us. Most chairs, particularly those used for offices and remote working, are simply not designed for people to sit in all day. Whilst that may sound contradictory, chairs not made for sitting, it’s true. Not only that but a great many people sit with bad posture to begin with. If you find that extended periods in your chair are causing you shoulder pain, you may want to invest in an ergonomic chair. Chairs like the Flexi-Chair Oka Office Chair are designed specifically for you to sit in them all the working day long. From ergonomic design to breathable mesh and adjustable seating, this chair has more useful features than a smartphone.
Not Using a Standing Desks
Ergonomic chairs are great, they make sitting easy and far more comfortable. But do you know what really takes it to the next level and helps you be rid of shoulder pain? A standing desk. Not only do standing desks get you on your feet and get the blood pumping whilst improving posture, but through standing, you feel more confident and concentrate better at work. Standing desks like the Standing Desk Pro Series E7 are adjustable, meaning you can take a break from standing on your feet and switch to an ergonomic chair at your leisure.It’s really the best of both worlds.
Flexispot Can Help Your Shoulder Pain
Here at Flexispot, ergonomic furniture is our game. We design furniture that helps you go about your daily life stress free and shoulder pain free, among other things. If you’re looking to upgrade your office space, browse our range or get in touch with us to find out more.
