27/01/2025
What is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition characterized by stiffness, limited mobility, and pain in the shoulder joint. It occurs when the connective tissue surrounding the shoulder joint becomes inflamed and scarred, leading to a loss of range of motion.
⭕️Causes of Frozen Shoulder
☑️ Injury or trauma: A fall or direct blow to the shoulder can cause frozen shoulder.
☑️ Overuse or repetitive strain: Repetitive movements or overuse of the shoulder joint can lead to inflammation and scarring.
☑️ Medical conditions: Certain conditions, such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, or autoimmune diseases, can increase the risk of developing frozen shoulder.
☑️ Aging: Frozen shoulder is more common in people over 40 years old.
☑️ Immobility: Prolonged immobility or lack of use of the shoulder joint can contribute to frozen shoulder.
⭕️Symptoms of Frozen Shoulder
☑️ Pain and stiffness: Pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint, which can worsen at night.
☑️ Limited mobility: Reduced range of motion in the shoulder joint, making it difficult to lift, rotate, or move the arm.
☑️ Loss of function: Difficulty performing daily activities, such as dressing, grooming, or reaching for objects.
☑️ Swollen or tender shoulder: Swelling, tenderness, or redness in the shoulder area.
⭕️Physical Therapy Treatment for Frozen Shoulder
⭕️Goals of Physical Therapy
☑️ Improve range of motion: Increase flexibility and mobility in the shoulder joint.
☑️ Reduce pain and inflammation: Manage pain and inflammation through gentle exercises and modalities.
☑️ Improve strength and function: Enhance strength and function in the shoulder muscles.
⭕️Physical Therapy Interventions
☑️ Pendulum exercises: Gentle swinging motions to improve range of motion.
☑️ Wall slides: Sliding the arm up a wall to improve flexion and extension.
☑️ External rotation exercises: Rotating the arm outward to improve external rotation.
☑️ Scapular stabilization exercises: Strengthening the scapular muscles to improve shoulder stability.
☑️ Modalities: Applying heat, cold, or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and inflammation.
