Expert Shoulder Pain Relief Doctor for Residents of Greater Kansas City MO
Personalized, Non‒Surgical Shoulder Pain Relief — Including PRP & HA Injections
At Core Medical Center, we help patients find long‒lasting shoulder pain relief without unnecessary surgery or medication.
Our team specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of shoulder conditions through non‒invasive and minimally invasive therapies, including PRP and hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, physical therapy, and more.
We provide multidisciplinary, root-cause care that restores mobility and reduces pain, so you can move confidently again.
What is Shoulder Pain?
What we call "shoulder pain" often begins in one of the most functionally complex joints in the body. This area depends on the coordination of multiple elements—including the shoulder socket, upper arm bone, and rotator cuff tendons—to keep the arm stable through a wide range of motion.
Because the structures must move fluidly and stay aligned while supporting frequent, repetitive use, even small imbalances can interfere with how they connect muscles and distribute load.
Over time, these changes may lead to inflammation, irritation, or degenerative conditions that impact strength and movement.
Understanding how this system works together—not just where the pain shows up—plays a key role in identifying the right treatment options.
Common Shoulder Conditions We Treat
We address the common causes of shoulder pain, including conditions that cause discomfort from joint degeneration, soft tissue injury, and nerve irritation.
Rotator cuff tears and tendinitis
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Bursitis and tendonitis
Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
Labrum tears
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Dislocated shoulder
Broken bone near or around the shoulder joint
Postural misalignment or mechanical dysfunction
Nerve impingement and cervical radiculopathy
Dislocations and instability
Bone spurs or degenerative joint disease
Repetitive use injuries and sports trauma
Chronic shoulder pain after injury or surgery
Symptoms We Address with Shoulder Pain Treatment
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, our team can help:
Sharp or aching pain in the front, top, or back of the shoulder
Limited arm movement or difficulty lifting objects
Clicking or popping sensations
Pain while sleeping or lying on one side
Weakness, stiffness, or instability
Tingling or numbness in the arm or hand
Swelling, inflammation, or visible changes in the joint
Radiating pain from the neck or upper back
Pain may also be felt deep in the shoulder socket, across the shoulder blade, or present as a lingering dull ache after activity or rest. We also help patients with severe shoulder pain, acute injuries, and chronically painful shoulders following a shoulder injury or overuse.
Treatment Options We Offer for Shoulder Pain Relief
We tailor each treatment plan based on your symptoms, imaging, lifestyle, and diagnosis. All services are provided on-site, ensuring seamless care under one roof.
Physical Therapy
A cornerstone of shoulder recovery, physical therapy builds strength, restores range of motion, and relieves mechanical stress.
Chiropractic Care
Manual adjustments and mobilization improve joint function, relieve impingement, and address poor posture contributing to pain.
Occupational Therapy
Supports your ability to return to work or perform daily tasks comfortably by modifying movement and rebuilding function.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injections
As part of our regenerative medicine treatments, PRP therapy uses your body’s healing factors to repair damaged tissue—supporting long-term recovery without surgery.
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injections
HA injections help lubricate the shoulder joint, reduce friction, and ease pain—especially for osteoarthritis or post-surgical stiffness.
Interventional Pain Procedures
Minimally invasive treatments for persistent pain, including:
Subacromial bursa injections
Tendon sheath and soft tissue injections
Nerve blocks for impingement or radiating pain
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for chronic shoulder joint or nerve pain
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Supportive tools like braces and posture correction devices offload pressure and support joint recovery.
Non-Opioid Pain Management
We prioritize safer pain control through anti-inflammatory strategies, targeted injections, and therapeutic exercise—without relying on long-term medications.
Need Advanced Imaging or Surgery?
While we aim to treat most shoulder conditions non-surgically, we understand some cases require additional support. That’s why we maintain a trusted referral network of orthopedic surgeons, interventional radiologists, and imaging providers across.
If you need an MRI, surgical consult, or regenerative procedure outside our scope, we’ll coordinate everything for you—ensuring your care stays connected and consistent.
Shoulder Pain FAQs
What is PRP and how does it help shoulder pain?
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is derived from your own blood and contains growth factors that help heal damaged tissue. It’s especially effective for rotator cuff injuries and chronic inflammation.
Are HA injections only for knees?
No. HA injections are also effective in the shoulder joint, especially in cases of osteoarthritis, frozen shoulder, or friction-related pain.
Do I need surgery for rotator cuff pain?
Not necessarily. Many patients experience full recovery with therapy, PRP, or injection-based care—no surgery required.
What if I need an MRI or orthopedic evaluation?
We will refer you to a trusted specialist in our network and coordinate care before and after your procedure or imaging.
Is this covered under insurance?
If your insurance is medicare and commercial, we are in-network. They will cover it at whatever rate they are contracted and if its MVA is typically on lien or med pay or pip or both, work comp is covered by the carrier.
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OFFICE HOURS
Our occupational medicine hours are
Monday through Friday, 9 am – 7 pm