Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and restricted movement in the shoulder joint. The condition gradually worsens over time and can significantly affect daily activities such as lifting the arm, dressing, or reaching overhead. Early diagnosis and proper treatment help reduce pain, restore shoulder mobility, and improve overall function.
Dr. Praveen Kumar provides advanced treatment for various shoulder-related conditions including:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Painful Restricted Shoulder Movement
- Post-traumatic Shoulder Stiffness
- Post-surgical Shoulder Stiffness
- Rotator Cuff-related Shoulder Pain
- Diabetic Frozen Shoulder
- Chronic Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
Common symptoms of frozen shoulder may include:
- Shoulder pain and stiffness
- Difficulty lifting the arm
- Reduced range of shoulder movement
- Pain while sleeping on the affected side
- Difficulty performing daily activities
- Gradual worsening of stiffness
- Pain during shoulder movement
- Weakness in the shoulder
- Difficulty reaching overhead or behind the back
Frozen shoulder can develop due to several reasons including:
- Shoulder injury or trauma
- Prolonged shoulder immobilization
- Diabetes
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Previous shoulder surgery
- Inflammation of the shoulder joint capsule
- Age-related joint stiffness
- Lack of shoulder movement
- Certain medical conditions affecting joint mobility
Treatment depends on the stage and severity of frozen shoulder. Advanced treatment options include:
- Clinical shoulder evaluation
- X-ray and imaging diagnosis
- Pain management medications
- Physiotherapy rehabilitation
- Shoulder stretching exercises
- Intra-articular shoulder injections
- Arthroscopic shoulder release
- Minimally invasive treatment procedures
- Strengthening and mobility programs
- Post-treatment rehabilitation guidance
- Relief from shoulder pain
- Improved shoulder movement
- Better flexibility and mobility
- Improved ability to perform daily activities
- Reduced stiffness and discomfort
- Faster recovery with advanced techniques
- Better shoulder strength and stability
- Improved sleep comfort
- Enhanced quality of life
Frozen shoulder can often be prevented with proper shoulder care and early management:
- Maintain regular shoulder movement
- Perform stretching exercises regularly
- Avoid prolonged shoulder immobilization
- Treat shoulder injuries early
- Maintain proper posture
- Strengthen shoulder muscles
- Control diabetes and other medical conditions
- Warm-up before physical activities
- Follow rehabilitation exercises properly