Therapy For Frozen Shoulder

Posted by Carol on August 13th, 2008 at 02:24pm

A frozen shoulder is defined as a restriction of movement in the shoulder. The cause of a frozen shoulder is not entirely known and can be a bit of a mystery. Often no obvious injury causes a frozen shoulder it can appear out of nowhere.

The condition generally effects people over the age of 40 and for some reason more women than men are effected.

If you have a frozen shoulder the following symptoms are likely:

1. Pain in the shoulder
2. Difficulty sleeping because of the pain
3. Restricted movement at the shoulder joint
4. Normal daily activities become difficult

Frozen Shoulder Therapies

1. Stretching can help if done under medical supervision
2. Heat applied to the shoulder
3. Visiting a Physiotherapist
4. Anti Inflammatory drugs
5. Cortisone Injections
6. Surgery

The most important thing is to get the frozen shoulder properly diagnosed by a health professional before attempting any self medication or stretching / exercise.

All the best,

Carol J Pearson

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