Frozen Shoulder

Frozen Shoulder Treatment

Pain control:
This can be achieved with anti-inflammatory medications and physiotherapy which may include ultrasound, electric stimulation or heat therapy.
Restore movement:
Exercises and Stretching-The physiotherapist moves the patient's arm passively to stretch the capsule and teaches the patient home exercises that may include use of a wand or overhead pulley. The therapist will instruct you on a stretching and strengthening routine that you should do at least once or twice a day. These exercises include the use of a stick, an over door pulley system to increase motion of the shoulder. Along with this you’ll also be given an exercise band or cord to minimise the loss of muscle on the affected shoulder.
It is very important for those with a frozen shoulder to avoid reinjuring the shoulder tissues during the rehabilitation period. Particular care should be taken to avoid sudden, jerking motions of or heavy lifting with the affected shoulder.
With physiotherapy, medication and self-care efforts, most people with frozen shoulder eventually regain nearly full shoulder movement and strength as signs and symptoms improve.

How long does the rehabilitation take?
Supervised physical therapy usually lasts from one to six weeks, with the frequency of visits ranging from one to three times per week. The patient should engage in home exercises and stretching throughout the healing process. The stretching exercises should be done at home at least once or twice daily, as noted above. In general, frozen shoulder will resolve almost completely with time and consistent compliance with the prescribed physiotherapy program.

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