Why is it different?

Traditional approaches to the frozen shoulder either address the inflammation (steroid tablets, steroid injections and hydrodilatation) or the stiffness (physical therapy, exercise therapy and surgical manipulation). Physical therapies attempt to improve the range of motion by forcing the shoulder through the blockage; this in our opinion can make things considerably worse.

The Niel-Asher Technique® works differently. We keep the arm still whilst we apply a sequence of pressure points to specific tissues. The treatment can still be painful, especially in the early freezing phase, but it is no worse than the pain of the frozen shoulder (you will know what we mean if you have had one of those nasty spasms). The first few sessions of the technique initially address the inflammation in the rotator interval, after this the emphasis is on improving the range of motion. Depending how long you have had the problem and which phase you are in, results can be seen in as few as 4 sessions (range 4 –13). The results can be dramatic and fast and the method is ‘totally natural’. We believe it should be the first line of treatment before injections and or surgery.

The technique can be used to treat a wide range of shoulder problems, but it does not end there – the technology behind these ideas applies to the whole body. Simeon has been working on a number of other applications for his breakthrough including knee pain, ankle pain and back pain. For more information we recommend his excellent best-selling ‘the concise book of trigger points’ – 2008 North Atlantic press. Alternatively why not contact Simeon for an appointment.