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Orthopedic Care
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) Recovery
Progressive joint mobilization to expand range of motion and relieve deep shoulder stiffness.
Service Overview
Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, involves inflammation and progressive thickening of the shoulder joint capsule. We guide you through structured, phase-appropriate therapies to control pain and gradually restore overhead reaching capabilities.
Common Symptoms
- Severe aching pain in the shoulder, especially when sleeping on that side.
- Significant restriction in raising the arm overhead or reaching behind the back.
- Sharp catch-like pain during sudden, uncontrolled arm movements.
- Gradual worsening of stiffness, limiting simple daily dressing tasks.
Typical Causes
- Immobilization following a shoulder injury, fracture, or minor surgery.
- Inflammatory joint conditions or rotator cuff tendinitis left untreated.
- Common association with metabolic conditions such as diabetes.
- Age-related changes in shoulder joint capsule flexibility.
Our Physiotherapy Approach
Dr. Disha Vaghasiya uses a combinations of advanced clinical recovery protocols, hands-on joint manipulation, dry needling, and therapeutic exercise structures to treat the root cause of your pain.
Passive and active-assisted glenohumeral joint mobilizations.
Rotator cuff activation and scapular movement re-education.
Therapeutic stretching targeting tight anterior/posterior capsules.
Dry needling or heat modalities to relax surrounding guard muscles.
Self-Care & Advice
- Practice Codman's pendulum swings twice a day to maintain joint lubrication.
- Perform wall-crawling finger walks to gently stretch into overhead height.
- Avoid heavy lifting or overhead pushing exercises during the early freezing stage.
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