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Home Physical Therapy Injuries and Conditions Shoulder Frozen Shoulder
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Frozen Shoulder _ Adhesive Capsulities

Frozen Shoulder | Adhesive Capsulitis

The shoulder joint is made up of the humerus and the glenoid fossa. There are several muscles that surround this joint and affect the way that the joint moves. Frozen shoulder is the term used to describe what happens when the shoulder is unable to move. Frozen shoulder can be a result:

  • A result from trauma, either previous surgeries or injuries that did not heal properly
  • A result of overuse
  • No specific cause for the pain and stiffness

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    Symptoms

    • Pain
    • Inability to move the shoulder in any and all directions

    Diagnosis

    Your physician will evaluate your injury by taking a complete medical history, including mechanism of injury, prior injuries and symptoms. Your physician will perform a complete physical examination of your shoulder. Your physician may then recommend an arthrogram or an MRI.

    Treatment

    • Physical Therapy – a physical therapist will work with the individual to perform a series of exercises to help your shoulder achieve range of motion. You can schedule an appointment today at one of our JAG Physical Therapy clinics across NJ, NY and PA.
    • Use ice for 20 minutes on with 40 minutes off throughout the day.
    • Take an anti-inflammatory or pain medication as prescribed by your physician.
    • An injection of a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation.

    Surgery

    While under anesthesia, the surgeon will manipulate your shoulder in various directions to break up the scar tissue or any adhesions. The doctor may also recommend arthroscopic surgery if they see a buildup of scar tissue or some other cause for your frozen shoulder.

    Prevention

    If you injure your shoulder, make sure you continue to work on range of motion.

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