Frozen Shoulder
People with a "frozen shoulder" experience pain, stiffness, and severely restricted movement of the shoulder. This condition is frequently caused by an injury in which pain leads to lack of use. Rheumatic disease progression and recent shoulder surgery can also cause frozen shoulder.
Contributing factors
Medical conditions and other factors that may increase the risk of frozen shoulder include:
- Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism
- Parkinson’s disease
- Cardiac disease or surgery
- Previous shoulder injury or condition for which the shoulder was immobilized for a period of time
SSPT’s approach to treating frozen shoulder
Your SSPT therapy for a frozen shoulder may include:
- Modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, or iontophoresis
- Joint and soft tissue mobilization
- Exercises to increase range of motion, stretch tight muscles, and strengthen weak muscles
- Education about body mechanics
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