Persistent Shoulder Pain in Office Workers from Prolonged Typing and Mouse Use

Q1: Why do office workers often develop shoulder pain from typing and mouse use?
A1: Prolonged typing and mouse use, especially with poor posture, strains the shoulder muscles, rotator cuff, and supporting ligaments. Over time, this can cause persistent pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion, affecting work efficiency and daily comfort.

Q2: What are the common symptoms in this group?
A2: Symptoms include aching, tightness, sharp pain when lifting the arm, and muscle fatigue. Chronic pain can reduce work productivity, interfere with recreational activities, and impact emotional well-being.

Q3: What short-term or common remedies do office workers usually try first?
A3: Many try:

• Shoulder braces or supports for temporary stabilization.
• Plasters or topical analgesic gels to relieve soreness.
• NSAIDs or COX-2 inhibitors for short-term pain management.
• Acupuncture or massage for muscle relaxation.
• Physiotherapy focusing on posture correction, stretching, and strengthening.

While these may help temporarily, they often do not fully address repetitive strain from prolonged computer use.

Q4: How does The Pain Relief Clinic approach shoulder pain differently?
A4: The Pain Relief Clinic emphasizes non-invasive technology, including HotHeal Therapy, shockwave therapy, and guided physiotherapy to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent recurrence. Their stress-free process includes fast access to diagnostics like MRI. Eligible Singaporeans, permanent residents, and some international patients may use cashless service, allowing patients to focus on recovery rather than upfront costs.

Q5: How can shoulder pain affect an office worker’s life?
A5: Chronic pain can limit typing, mouse use, overhead reaching, and work efficiency, and may reduce participation in exercise or hobbies. Emotional effects include frustration, stress, and reduced confidence in physical capabilities.

Q6: Who is this treatment most suitable for?
A6: This approach is ideal for office workers, IT professionals, and administrative staff experiencing persistent shoulder pain from prolonged typing and mouse use, who want non-invasive, effective relief with stress-free cashless service, restoring comfort, mobility, and work performance.