Serving Derby at our Shelton office
Shoulder Pain Treatment
Near Derby, CT
Bring a clear picture of how reaching, lifting and sleep are affected by shoulder pain. At your first visit in Shelton, Dr. Dalfino will review your symptoms and discuss which treatment options may fit your findings.
The $99 new patient visit includes a consultation, a focused exam, a review of your findings, and a first treatment when clinically appropriate.
Understanding your symptoms
Look at pain and how the shoulder moves
Think about reaching overhead, putting on a coat or sleeping on that side. Which movements have you started to avoid?
Our approach
Start with what you want to get back to
If there was a specific injury or you have noticed weakness, describe when it started. Bring any previous evaluation so you can ask how the exam will guide the next step.
Why are we different?
Compare three directions of reaching
Describe what happens when you reach to a high shelf, reach behind your back or reach across your chest. Mention which side hurts and whether the problem interrupts sleep.
When an evaluation may make sense
What to bring to your Shelton appointment
A symptom timeline
Describe what happens when you reach to a high shelf, reach behind your back or reach across your chest. Mention which side hurts and whether the problem interrupts sleep.
Any reports you already have
Bring relevant imaging or exam reports if you have them.
Your priorities
Think about which daily activities you most want to get back to.
Inside our Shelton office
Non-surgical treatment on CT Style
Dr. Dalfino discusses the clinic’s approach to non-surgical treatment on WTNH News 8.
Meet Dr. James J. Dalfino
More than 25 years evaluating pain.
Dr. Dalfino has spent more than 25 years working with patients experiencing chronic pain and musculoskeletal problems. His technology-focused approach begins with determining what may be contributing to the problem before recommending treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Shoulder Pain questions
What types of shoulder problems do you evaluate?
We evaluate chronic or recurring shoulder pain, rotator cuff problems, tendon irritation, bursitis, frozen shoulder, arthritis, impingement-type symptoms and pain that limits lifting, reaching, dressing or sleeping.
Do you treat every shoulder problem the same way?
No. Shoulder pain can come from different structures and can even be referred from the neck or nerves. Treatment recommendations depend on your history, examination findings, movement and symptoms.
Can shoulder pain make sleeping difficult?
Yes. Many shoulder conditions become more noticeable when lying on the involved side or when the arm is positioned a certain way during sleep. An evaluation can help narrow down what may be contributing.
What if physical therapy or injections did not help?
Prior care that did not provide the improvement you hoped for does not automatically determine whether another conservative approach will help. A new evaluation can help determine whether the technologies in our office are reasonable to consider.
What if surgery has already been recommended?
If you want another opinion before making a decision, we can evaluate your case and explain whether any of our non-surgical options appear appropriate. We do not recommend delaying urgent or medically necessary care.
How quickly should I expect improvement?
Response varies from patient to patient and depends on the condition, severity, health history and treatment plan. No specific timeline or result can be guaranteed.
Directions
Coming from Derby? Find our Shelton office.
Our Shelton office is about 4.8 miles from central Derby in a straight line. Use the directions below for driving mileage and travel time from your address. Use the current Shelton address for your appointment. Our clinic previously operated in Derby and now treats patients at 2 Trap Falls Road, Suite 208.
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