Shoulder Physio Adelaide
Assessment and rehabilitation for shoulder pain, injury, stiffness, instability and post-surgical recovery.
Work with Jake Rowe — a musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapist with over 23 years' clinical experience, including 17 years focused on shoulder-related injuries.
This appointment may be suitable if you are experiencing:
• Shoulder pain when lifting your arm
• Pain at night or when lying on your shoulder
• Stiffness that is not improving
• Recurrent instability or dislocation
• Rotator cuff pain or a tear diagnosis
• Uncertainty about whether surgery is required
• Ongoing pain after a shoulder injury
If you have already tried general physiotherapy, have ongoing shoulder pain, or need a more detailed shoulder assessment, a shoulder-focused consultation can help clarify what may be contributing to your symptoms and what options may be appropriate.
Your Assessment with Jake Rowe
Jake Rowe
Principal Physiotherapist
Jake Rowe is a musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapist with over 23 years of clinical experience, including 17 years focused on shoulder related injuries.
He has worked with a wide range of patients, including office workers, manual labourers and athletes, assessing and managing conditions such as:
• Rotator cuff tendinopathy and tears
• Glenohumeral instability
• Frozen shoulder
• Post surgical shoulder rehabilitation
• Scapula dysfunction
Each appointment is structured to provide clarity, direction and an individualised management plan.
Need help with shoulder pain, injury or stiffness?
Book your initial consultation for a detailed shoulder assessment and practical next steps.
What To Expect at your First Appointment
Your 1-hour consultation includes:
• Comprehensive shoulder assessment
• Review of imaging if available
• Clear explanation of findings
• Individualised rehabilitation plan
• Discussion of non-surgical and referral options where appropriate
The goal is to provide a clear understanding of your condition and practical next steps.
Conditions We Manage
Rotator Cuff Conditions
• Assessment and management of rotator cuff pain, tendinopathy and tears.
• Guidance on non-surgical management where appropriate.
• Graduated rehabilitation to support return to work and sport.
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
• Assessment of shoulder stiffness and pain.
• Evidence informed strategies to support recovery through different stages.
• Coordination with your GP or specialist if required.
Hypermobility and Instability
• Assessment of shoulder instability and hypermobility related concerns.
• Exercise based strategies to improve shoulder control and stability.
• Individualised programs tailored to your activity level.
Why book your shoulder assessment with The Shoulder Joint?
• Shoulder-focused physiotherapy care
• 1-hour initial consultations
• Assessment of shoulder pain, stiffness, instability and injury
• Review of imaging where available
• Clear explanation of findings and next steps
• Individualised rehabilitation planning
• Lockleys clinic and telehealth appointments available
Fees and Referrals
• Private health rebates available.
• GP Management Plan referrals accepted.
• WorkCover patients welcome.
Need help with shoulder pain, injury or stiffness?
Book your initial consultation for a detailed shoulder assessment and practical next steps.
Not sure if this is the right appointment?
If you have questions before booking, send a quick enquiry and we can help point you in the right direction.
FAQs
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A shoulder-focused physio works primarily with shoulder-related concerns, so the assessment and treatment planning can be more specific to shoulder pain, movement, strength, function, injury history, imaging and recovery goals. This can be especially useful when symptoms are ongoing, complex, not improving as expected, or when someone is unsure whether they may need further investigation or referral. At The Shoulder Joint, the initial consultation is 1 hour, allowing time for a detailed shoulder assessment, clear explanation of findings and discussion of appropriate next steps.
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No, you can book directly. GP Management Plan referrals are also accepted where applicable.
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Yes, bring any relevant imaging or reports to your appointment so they can be reviewed as part of your assessment.
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The Shoulder Joint assesses and manages a range of rotator cuff-related concerns, including pain, tendinopathy and tears.
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A shoulder assessment can help clarify your current function, symptoms and options. Where appropriate, referral pathways can also be discussed.
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The Adelaide clinic is located in Lockleys, with telehealth appointments also available.
Need help with shoulder pain, injury or stiffness?
Book your initial consultation for a detailed shoulder assessment and practical next steps.
