Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy in Wollongong

Neck and shoulder pain is incredibly common — and incredibly disruptive. Whether yours came on from sitting at a desk all day, a sports injury, poor sleep position, or seems to have appeared from nowhere, physiotherapy can make a real difference.

At Lume Physio in Wollongong, we treat neck and shoulder pain using hands-on manual therapy, targeted exercise, and education that helps you understand what’s happening and how to prevent it coming back.

Common neck and shoulder conditions we treat

Neck pain:

  • Muscle tension and stiffness

  • Cervicogenic headaches (headaches originating from the neck)

  • Disc injuries and nerve compression

  • Whiplash

  • Postural neck pain from desk work or screen use

  • Wry neck / acute torticollis

Shoulder pain:

  • Rotator cuff injuries and tears

  • Shoulder impingement

  • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

  • Shoulder instability and dislocation

  • Acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries

  • Post-surgical shoulder rehabilitation

  • Hypermobility-related shoulder issues

Treatment at Lume Physio

Your first appointment starts with a full assessment — we’ll assess your posture, range of motion, strength and movement patterns to understand exactly what’s driving your pain.

Treatment typically includes:

  • Soft tissue massage and joint mobilisation

  • Dry needling (if appropriate)

  • Postural correction and ergonomic advice

  • Targeted strengthening exercises

  • Neck and shoulder mobility work

  • A home program you can actually follow

Most people see meaningful improvement within a few sessions.

No referral needed. Health fund rebates available.