Shoulder Pain Physical Therapy in Asheville, NC
Shoulder pain doesn’t just limit your workouts — it affects how you move through life. Whether you’re an athlete, active adult, or simply want to reach overhead without discomfort, our expert physical therapists help you get back to lifting, throwing, and living pain-free.
We focus on identifying the root cause of your shoulder pain, not just treating the symptoms, so you can return to the activities you love stronger than before.
Why Shoulder Pain Keeps Coming Back
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body — and one of the most complex. When strength, mobility, or stability is off, even slightly, it can create pain that doesn’t go away with rest alone. That’s why we take a movement-driven approach to assess how your shoulder, scapula, and surrounding muscles work together before designing your plan of care.
Can’t lift or reach without pain?
Every overhead motion can feel like a setback.
Losing strength and confidence?
Guarding your shoulder often changes your form and triggers new aches elsewhere.
Tried rest or generic PT plans?
Without a targeted, performance-based program, progress plateaus and pain lingers.
Our Proven Approach to Shoulder Pain
At Outshine, you’ll work one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy who combines hands-on techniques with progressive, performance-level strength training tailored to your sport or lifestyle.
Every session is built around your unique goals — so you don’t just recover, you rebuild.
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Thorough assessment to identify the true driver of your shoulder pain
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Evidence-based treatment: joint and soft-tissue techniques, dry needling, and blood-flow restriction as appropriate
Progressive, individualized programming to restore mobility, strength, and power -
VIP access to your DPT and zero lobby wait — on your schedule
“The pain is gone thanks to Dr. Sieara. They treat the whole person and explain everything with a clear plan that works.”
Robin Parker
How It Works
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Assess
Free phone consult, followed by a thorough evaluation to pinpoint the cause of your knee pain.
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Treat
Targeted manual therapy, dry needling when indicated, and mobility work to calm pain and restore motion fast.
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Train
Performance-focused strength and return-to-run/sport progressions so you stay better—and stronger—than before.
Shoulder Conditions We Treat
Shoulder pain can come from many sources — from overuse to structural injury. We treat all major shoulder conditions and create individualized programs to help you recover efficiently and safely.
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Rotator cuff strains, tears, and tendinopathies
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Shoulder impingement and bursitis
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AC joint sprains and separations
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Labral irritation and instability
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Post-operative shoulder rehab (rotator cuff, labrum)
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Throwing-related pain (baseball/softball) and overhead athlete programs
TESTIMONIALS
"What stands out is the personalized approach. During the initial consultation, Sierra listened to my concerns and created a custom treatment plan. The exercises and treatments were tailored specifically to my needs which helped me recover and functionally move better in my workouts and daily activities."
Raina Reyes
"After spending a lot of time, energy and money trying to rehab my double tennis elbow at other physical therapy practices, Sieara was quickly able to assess what was causing my issues and develop a program to get me back on the court. She understood my active lifestyle and encouraged staying active with modifications."
Elizabeth Rogers
"They quickly and accurately diagnosed the pain I was having while running and helped me overcome it with regular PT as well as strength training exercises. They're skilled, kind, and patient focused. I'm back to playing racquet sports again and I'm so grateful!"
Charles Stanley
Meet Our Team
Ready to Outshine Your Limitations in Asheville?
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Located in Asheville, we serve active adults and athletes throughout Western North Carolina. Experience the difference that guaranteed no-wait, 1-on-1 care makes in your recovery and performance journey.
Conveniently located in Asheville, easily accessible from surrounding areas including Black Mountain, Fletcher, and the greater Western North Carolina region.
Contact
(828) 808-3704
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
7am-7pm
Saturday
7am-4pm
Sunday
Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a physician referral to start PT?
No. North Carolina is a direct-access state, so you can start PT without a referral. We screen thoroughly and refer out when needed.
Do you take my insurance?
We’re a private-pay (out-of-network) clinic. You can use HSA/FSA, and we’ll provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
How long are visits and are they one-on-one?
Yes—one-on-one with your DPT, with longer visits so we can treat and train effectively.
Is dry needling used for shoulder pain?
When appropriate, yes—dry needling can reduce muscle tension and pain so we can progress mobility and strengthening.
What makes Outshine different for shoulder pain?
Fast scheduling, no lobby waits, VIP access, and a performance-based plan that takes you beyond pain to strong.