Cases Blog

Shoulder blade (scapular) pain

Shoulder blade pain

This week I saw two patients in two days presenting with exactly the same complaint – a niggling pain around their shoulder blade (scapula).  Both walked out astounded.  One was a middle aged gentleman who had it for the past…

Plantar fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is becoming an increasingly common presentation.  Laser acupuncture is surprisingly effective for this condition. Plantar fasciitis is caused when the connective tissue joining the heel and the forefoot (plantar fascia) becomes inflamed.  Factors contributing to this are poor…

Subacromial Bursitis / Rotator Cuff Tear

Updated 20/01/2021: I want to share some of my insights over the years of treating shoulder pain. Subacromial bursitis or rotator cuff tear/tendinopathy on scans does not necessarily mean that is the cause of your shoulder pain. I’ve seen a…