Still Struggling with Frozen Shoulder? Try These Massage Techniques That Really Work— From the Team at La Belle Spa, Shoreline

frozen shoulder 

Lately, we’ve seen more and more clients at La Belle Spa coming in with the same issue: frozen shoulder — also known as adhesive capsulitis or chronic shoulder stiffness.

They describe it like this:

• Pain when lifting the arm

• Stiffness that makes daily activities difficult

• Even worse at night — can’t sleep from the pain

Sound familiar? If yes, you’re not alone — and the good news is:Massage therapy can make a real difference.

Today, we’re sharing some of the massage techniques we often use in our spa to help clients recover from frozen shoulder, relieve pain, and regain mobility.

🔸 Step 1: Heat Therapy to Relax the Muscles

Before we begin any massage, we always apply a hot towel or warm stone to the shoulder area for 10–15 minutes.

Why? Because heat boosts blood circulation, softens tight muscles, and makes the massage more effective.You can also do this at home — warm compresses before bed can ease pain and improve flexibility.

🔸 Step 2: Deep Tissue Massage to Release Tension

At La Belle Spa, our licensed therapists target key muscle groups during deep tissue massage, especially:

• The trapezius (neck and shoulder connection)

• Along the inner edge of the shoulder blade

• The outer upper arm area

This massage may feel a little sore in tight areas — but don’t worry — it’s the “good pain” that helps unlock stuck muscles. Afterward, many clients report feeling significantly lighter and more mobile.

🔸 Step 3: Cupping + Infrared Light for Faster Recovery

To promote deeper circulation and faster recovery, we often combine cupping therapy with infrared light heat therapy.

• Cupping helps draw out stagnation and relax deep layers of muscle

• Infrared heat penetrates tissues, reducing inflammation and enhancing healing

This combo is especially helpful for chronic shoulder stiffness and long-term pain.

🔸 Step 4: Gentle Shoulder Stretches (Don’t Skip!)

Massage alone isn’t enough — improving mobility also requires daily gentle stretching, such as:

• Shoulder rolls

• Wall-assisted arm lifts

• Light arm swings

We always guide our clients through the right stretches post-massage.Reminder: never push through sharp pain — go slow and stay within a comfortable range of motion. Even small progress every day adds up.

✨ Real Client Story from La Belle Spa

One of our regulars — a mom of two — came to us with frozen shoulder from constantly carrying her toddler. She could barely raise her arm to put on a jacket.

After three weeks of consistent pain relief massage, cupping, and home stretches, she regained nearly full shoulder function. No more sleepless nights!

💡 How Often Should You Get Massage for Frozen Shoulder?

We recommend:

• 2–3 times a week during the first stage of pain and stiffness

• Then reduce to once a week for maintenance and long-term relief

Consistency is key. With professional care + home care, recovery is absolutely possible.

📍Looking for Shoulder Pain Relief in Shoreline? Visit La Belle Spa

At La Belle Spa in Shoreline, we specialize in:

• Frozen shoulder massage

• Deep tissue pain relief

• Customized shoulder & neck treatments

Whether you’ve just started feeling stiffness or have been suffering for months — our experienced therapists can help you feel better and move better.

🌐 Book Now: www.labellespas.com📍 Location: Shoreline, WA📞 Online booking & walk-ins welcome