How do I ease shoulder impingement pain?

That sharp catch or pinch when you raise your arm, reach overhead or sleep on one side is often shoulder impingement - the tendons in the shoulder getting squeezed in a space that has become too tight, frequently because rounded posture and tight chest muscles have narrowed it. The instinct is to stop moving the shoulder, but total rest tends to stiffen it further.

Gravity Stretching opens the tight chest and shoulders and decompresses the upper spine, which helps create more room around the joint so the pinch eases. Supported, gentle movement lets the shoulder move within a comfortable range without grinding into the painful spot, while the surrounding muscles relax. Because you control the load through the straps, you stay within what feels safe on any given day.

Go slowly and let range return over a series of sessions. A shoulder benefits from professional eyes - work with your doctor or physio, and use gentle Gravity Stretching as a complement, not a replacement.