In addition to going to a professional pain physician for regular medication, painful point needling, joint injections or American chiropractic manipulation for shoulder pain, proper exercise is extremely important. Therefore, some shoulder stretching exercises are recommended to help relieve pain, relax muscles and improve joint movement. Note: Move slowly to the end of the range of motion of the joint and hold for 5 seconds. Always move within the pain-free range. Consult a pain physician if there is significant pain.