Do I have a frozen shoulder? Let’s just say it is one of the few medical conditions that is self-explanatory. No, your shoulder is not cold, however it acts like it is frozen and unmovable. Let’s take a deep look at frozen shoulder, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
The term frozen shoulder sounds quite serious, and in fact, this painful condition severely limits your range of motion. Also known as adhesive capsulitis, it can affect movements you take for granted like reaching upward or behind your back. These are signs you may be suffering from frozen shoulder.
A frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition which limits your ability to lift your shoulder and arm. It develops gradually, and will continue to get worse over time if not treated properly with PT or home exercises like these to stretch your frozen shoulder.
A frozen shoulder is a blanket term for the condition of chronic stiffness, pain and limited movement in the shoulder, but specifically references a condition called “adhesive capsulitis”. There are a lot of medical causes of a frozen shoulder and also physical ones.
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