• a.k.a. “adhesive capsulitis”, this is a condition where the tissue around your shoulder joint (specifically the “glenohumeral joint”) thickens and tightens, which can cause severe pain and loss of mobility

• there are 3 stages to “frozen shoulder”:

1. Freezing - (2-9 months) any movement causes pain, and you start noticing your range of motion is decreasing

2. Frozen - (4-12 months) pain is less, but joint stiffness is so significant that you have trouble doing everyday tasks (i.e., putting on clothing)

3. Thawing - (5-24 months) range-of-motion gradually improves and can return to normal

• causes are not exactly known, but you are at HIGHER risk if you;

  • Are 40 years or older (especially women)

  • Recently had a shoulder injury where you were required to keep it still

  • Have underlying systemic conditions like diabetes, thyroid issues, Parkinson’s disease

Treatments for Frozen Shoulder

Chiropractic Care

• At Fine Tuned Health and Performance, our chiropractor can perform a physical assessment to determine if you have frozen shoulder

• Chiropractic care can assist with alleviating pain and helping with the restoration of your shoulder’s range of motion through guided stretches and range-of-motion exercises