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Overcoming Frozen Shoulder: Effective Therapies You Need to Know!
Published: Apr 02, 2024
Frozen shoulder can be a painful and limiting condition, but several therapies offer hope. Discover the most effective treatments to regain your shoulder mobility.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a cornerstone treatment for frozen shoulder, focusing on gentle exercises to improve range of motion. Stretching and strengthening exercises, often guided by a therapist, can help reduce stiffness and pain. While aggressive therapy can cause discomfort, gradual and consistent exercises are beneficial.
Glucocorticoid Injections
Injections of glucocorticoids, like triamcinolone, can provide short-term pain relief and improve mobility. These injections are particularly effective when given early in the course of the condition. They are often combined with a local anesthetic for more immediate relief.
Suprascapular Nerve Block
A suprascapular nerve block can be used to alleviate severe pain by blocking the nerve signals. This procedure can be done in conjunction with other therapies to enhance pain relief and improve shoulder function. It is particularly useful in the early painful phase of frozen shoulder.
Frequently Asked Questions
It improves range of motion and reduces stiffness through exercises.
Yes, they offer short-term relief and are most effective early on.
It's a procedure that blocks nerve signals to reduce shoulder pain.
Key Takeaways
A combination of therapies can offer significant relief and improvement for frozen shoulder.
References
- Favejee MM, Huisstede BM, Koes BW. Frozen shoulder: effectiveness of interventions. Br J Sports Med 2011.
- Page MJ, Green S, Kramer S, et al. Manual therapy and exercise for adhesive capsulitis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2014.
- Buchbinder R, Green S, Youd JM, et al. Oral steroids for adhesive capsulitis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2006.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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