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Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a malady that affects 2-3% of the population. Often the main indicator is initial pain in the joint and decreased mobility. Frozen shoulder can affect people of any age from children to adulthood, but is most commonly diagnosed in people ranging from 40 - 70 years of age, predominantly women.

The shoulder joint itself is called a ball and socket joint. Ligaments, tendons and muscles work together to provide support, strength and the wide range of motion that enables us to move our arms and hands in a variety of positions in order to complete tasks. All the functions of the shoulder can be compromised by underlying inflammatory diseases and misuse. The specific causes of frozen shoulder perplex are varied and largely still unknown, but onset begins with initial pain, followed by restriction in mobility and finally recovery.

Frozen shoulder can often be referred to as insidious in nature. The symptoms and development of the disorder are slow and can take up to a year or two to set in. Often patients will experience pain that will increase over time. As chemical changes take place in the shoulder joint, thick strands of tissue called adhesions form and begin to restrict mobility. The lubricating synovial capsule in the shoulder joint thickens and provides less lubrication. By the time the sufferer begins to notice a significant issue in lack of mobility, the disorder has set in and requires treatment.

The good news is that although the causes of frozen shoulder are varied, treatment is straight forward and the disorder can be resolved. Dr. Rawlings, can provide the correct manipulation and physiotherapy to help you regain mobility and resolve the disorder. 

Treatment

Most therapies are ineffective and respond slow to treatment.  They fail because they do not directly work on the affected muscles and tissues.  Most traditional therapies concentrate on improving range of motion by exercises or indirect procedures, rather than working on the specific muscles and soft tissue structures.  Active Release Techniques is especially effective in treating this condition with most conditions responding with significant reduction in pain and improved range of motion within a few weeks.  Contact our office so we can address your condition immediately

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