Jujo Shoulder Stiffness and Neck Pain Treatment | Jujo Station Haru Clinic Orthopedic Surgery

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"My shoulders always feel heavy and painful," "My neck hurts or makes a sound when I turn it," "Shoulder stiffness sometimes leads to headaches" — shoulder stiffness is one of the most common complaints among Japanese people. Since it can range from simple muscle fatigue to cervical spine disorders or internal organ diseases, it's important to see a doctor to identify the cause if it persists.

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Main Causes of Stiff Shoulders

Cause

Details

Muscle tension/Poor circulation

Long hours of desk work, smartphone use, poor posture due to hunching

Cervical spondylosis/Cervical disc herniation

Nerve compression due to cervical spine deformation or disc protrusion

Straight neck (smartphone neck)

Loss of natural cervical curve, increasing strain on the neck and shoulders

Eyestrain

Overuse of eyes can cause shoulder stiffness

Internal organ-related (heart, gallbladder, etc.)

Internal organ diseases can manifest as shoulder pain

Be wary of these types of shoulder stiffness

Shoulder stiffness accompanied by the following symptoms may be caused by cervical spine disorders or internal organ diseases. Please see a doctor promptly.

  • Numbness in hands/arms (potential cervical disc herniation/cervical spondylosis)

  • Difficulty exerting force with hands

  • Abnormal gait/tripping (potential cervical myelopathy)

  • Pain in left shoulder to arm and chest pain simultaneously (potential angina/myocardial infarction)

  • Pain that doesn't subside even at rest/night pain

Treatment and Management

Approach to everyday shoulder stiffness

  • Prescription of anti-inflammatory painkillers and muscle relaxants

  • Patches/Topical medications

  • Trigger point injections (injections into muscle knots)

  • Posture and stretching guidance

When cervical spine disease is the cause

  • Rest with a cervical collar (orthosis)

  • Traction therapy (specialty hospital)

  • Nerve block injections (specialty hospital)

  • Referral to a specialty hospital if symptoms are severe

Lifestyle Habits that Worsen Shoulder Stiffness and Improvement Measures

Habit

Improvement Measure

Long hours in a forward-leaning posture

Perform a shoulder blade squeezing stretch once an hour

Looking down at your smartphone

Align the screen with your eye level

Unsuitable pillow

Change to a pillow that supports the natural curve of your neck

Lack of exercise

Incorporate exercises that move the shoulder area, such as walking or swimming

Cold

Warm your shoulders and neck. Avoid direct exposure to air conditioning

Features of Our Clinic

  • 1-minute walk from Jujo Station

  • Same-day X-ray (to check cervical spine condition)

  • Blood tests and neurological examinations also available for numbness

  • Consultation in cooperation with internal medicine (can check for internal organ-related shoulder stiffness)

  • Open daily from 9 AM, including weekends and holidays

  • Walk-ins welcome

Please consult us if you experience any of the following:

  • Shoulder stiffness has lasted for over a month

  • Shoulder stiffness is accompanied by hand numbness

  • Patches or over-the-counter medications do not provide relief

  • You spend a lot of time doing desk work or using a smartphone

  • You experience pain in your left shoulder and chest discomfort simultaneously

Clinic Hours and Access

Item Details
Clinic Name Jujo Station Haru Internal Medicine and Dermatology Clinic
Consultation Hours Monday to Sunday, open from 9 AM daily. Open until 8 PM on Wednesdays, 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 7 PM on Sundays.
Closed None (irregular holidays)
Location J&MALL 1F, 2-27-1 Kamijujo, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0034
By train/on foot Approximately 1-2 minutes walk from Jujo Station on the JR Saikyo Line, J&MALL 1F
By bus Right in front of the Kokusai Kogyo Bus "Jujo Station" bus stop
By car Please use nearby coin parking facilities
Contact Us TEL: 03-6698-2509 ／ Official LINE:https://lin.ee/AL0fp3z
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