Then often condition improves gradually. Patient may or may not regain all shoulder ROM.The entire natural history of a Frozen Shoulder can last anywhere between 4 months to 2 years!How do you get a Frozen ShoulderThere is some disagreement but the common causes include; Prolonged immobilization of arm. This can include; Coronary Artery Disease, Chest Surgery, Mastectomy, Arthritis, Trauma and Chronis Tendinitis of the shoulder.FS tends to be more common in women, usually aged 40-60 yrs. Also, FS tends to be more common in the non-dominant shoulder and in the sedentary.How do you Diagnose a Frozen ShoulderSee a qualified health care provider. A large portion of the diagnosis will come from your history and what you tell your doctor or therapist.
I would recommend a Chiropractor, Physiotherapist, Physical Therapist or Sports medicine doctor for a proper diagnosis.How do you Treat a Frozen ShoulderDuring the acute phase the focus should be on managing the pain and inflammation in the shoulder.It is important for the patient to maintain as much ROM in the shoulder as possible. Stretching of the joint or Chiropractic Adjustments can be helpful to improve or maintain ROM in the joint.
Other forms of therapy that can also help include; Physiotherapy, Physical therapy, massage, Osteopath, Sports medicine doctor or even Acupuncture.Aggressive home care will also be important. Stretching and heat can be very helpful.
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