Frozen Shoulder Physio Treatment

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Understanding and Managing Frozen Shoulder Physio
Treatment

• Reclaim Your Shoulder Movement

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Have you noticed a gradual stiffening and pain in
your shoulder, making it difficult to move your
arm?

• This could be a sign of frozen shoulder, a
  condition affecting the shoulder joint capsule.

• Frozen Shoulder Physio Treatment

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What is a Frozen Shoulder?
Understanding Your Shoulder

• A frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive
  capsulitis, occurs when the capsule surrounding
  your shoulder joint becomes inflamed and
  thickened. This restricts the movement of the
  joint, causing pain and stiffness.

• The shoulder is a complex joint formed by three
  bones the upper arm bone (humerus), shoulder
  blade (scapula), and collarbone (clavicle). The
  capsule surrounding the joint holds everything
  together and allows for smooth movement.

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What Causes a Frozen Shoulder?

• The exact cause of frozen shoulder is unknown,
  but several factors can increase your risk,
  including

• Age More common between 40 and 60 years old.
• Gender Women are slightly more susceptible.
• Medical conditions Diabetes, heart disease,
  thyroid issues, or Parkinsons disease can
  increase risk.
• Immobility Recovery from stroke, surgery, or
  other conditions limiting arm movement can
  trigger it.

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Symptoms of Frozen Shoulder

• Pain Often worse at night, hindering sleep.
• Stiffness Difficulty moving the arm in various
  directions, restricting daily activities.

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Diagnosing Frozen Shoulder By Physio treatment

• Your doctor will usually diagnose frozen shoulder
  based on a physical examination. X-rays,
  ultrasounds, or MRIs might be used to exclude
  other conditions like arthritis or torn rotator
  cuff.

• Mr. Jagwant Singh is a fellowship-trained upper
  limb orthopaedic surgeon dedicated to providing
  every patient with the highest quality of care
  using the latest techniques. He specialises in
  shoulder and elbow surgery, including joint
  preservation, arthroscopic, joint replacement
  surgery, sports injuries and upper limb trauma.

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Treatment Options

• The primary goal of physio treatment for a frozen
  shoulder is to manage pain and regain shoulder
  movement. Your doctor may recommend

• Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) To reduce
  pain and inflammation.
• Physical therapy Gentle stretching and
  strengthening exercises to improve mobility.
• Corticosteroid injections To reduce inflammation
  directly within the joint.
• Hydrodilatation Injecting sterile fluid into the
  capsule to stretch it and facilitate movement.
• Manipulation under anesthesia Involves
  controlled stretching of the capsule while under
  anesthesia.
• Arthroscopic surgery A minimally invasive
  procedure to remove scar tissue and improve
  flexibility.

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Recovery
Remember

• Recovery is gradual and requires a commitment to
  your therapy program. Physio treatment for a
  frozen shoulder is crucial to maintain the
  regained movement and could take several weeks or
  months.

• Frozen shoulder is a manageable condition. Timely
  diagnosis and adherence to treatment
  recommendations can help you regain functional
  and pain-free movement in your shoulder.