Shoulder Condition

Frozen Shoulder

Characterized by stiffness and pain in your shoulder joint.

Overview

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by stiffness and pain in your shoulder joint. Signs and symptoms typically begin gradually, worsen over time, and then resolve, usually within one to three years.

Common Symptoms

Freezing stage: Any movement causes pain, range of motion becomes limited

Frozen stage: Pain may diminish, but shoulder becomes stiffer

Thawing stage: Range of motion begins to improve

Treatment Options

Non-Surgical

•Pain medications
•Physical therapy focusing on range of motion
•Joint distension (injecting sterile water into the capsule)

Surgical Solutions

•Shoulder manipulation under anesthesia
•Arthroscopic surgery to remove scar tissue

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