Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a painful and stiff shoulder joint condition that affects up to 5% of the world’s population. It is most commonly observed in individuals aged between 40 and 60 years, and those with diabetes or thyroid diseases. Other risk factors include Dupuytren’s syndrome, kidney stones, cancer, Parkinson’s disease, shoulder injury, smoking, post-stroke, heart and neck surgery, and chronic regional pain syndrome. Up to 85% of frozen shoulder patients have at least two risk factors, and nearly 40% have at least three.

The etiology of frozen shoulder can be primary (typically, no known cause) or secondary to other conditions. It is considered an inflammatory condition that causes fibrosis of the glenohumeral ball and socket joint capsule, leading to gradual progressive stiffness and significant loss of motion, especially external rotation. In its early stages, differentiating frozen shoulder from other shoulder pathologies can be quite challenging, but the process becomes much easier in its later stages.

It is a common misconception that frozen shoulder spontaneously resolves in most patients. Rather, the condition can persist for years and may never resolve if left untreated¹. Therefore, it is important to seek professional help as soon as possible. At Morgan Chiropractic, we offer a range of treatments for frozen shoulder, including range-of-motion exercises, corticosteroids, numbing medications injected into the joint, and arthroscopic surgery to loosen the joint capsule so that it can move more freely.

If you are experiencing shoulder pain, stiffness, or loss of motion, please do not hesitate to contact us at Morgan Chiropractic to schedule an appointment. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing you with the best possible care and helping you regain your mobility and quality of life.