The Athlete Spot Blog

Insights for Athletes Who Want Real Answers

Sports injury recovery, rehab strategies, and performance insights from Dr. Thomas Kauffman — sports chiropractor in Ozark, MO.

Why Does My Shoulder Pain Keep Coming Back After Every Workout

Why Does My Shoulder Pain Keep Coming Back After Every WorkoutDr. Thomas Kauffman

Your shoulder keeps flaring up because passive treatment calms it down. It doesn't build capacity. Learn why the cycle repeats and how to break it for good.

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When No One Can Tell Me What's Wrong?

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When No One Can Tell Me What's Wrong?Dr. Thomas Kauffman

Your shoulder hurts but every scan comes back normal. Here's what MRIs miss, why you keep getting bounced around, and what a real shoulder assessment actually looks like.

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When I Lift Overhead?

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When I Lift Overhead?Dr. Thomas Kauffman

Shoulder pain during overhead pressing isn't random. It's a breakdown somewhere in the chain — thoracic spine, scapula, or rotator cuff. Here's what's actually happening and how to fix it.

How to Actually Rehab a Rotator Cuff Injury (Without Surgery)

How to Actually Rehab a Rotator Cuff Injury (Without Surgery)Dr. Thomas Kauffman

Most rotator cuff injuries don't need surgery. Learn why generic band exercises fail and how a phased rehab program gets athletes back under the bar stronger.

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