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When you have a frozen shoulder, you realize how much you took simple movements for granted. With adhesive capsulitis, you can’t reach for things the way you usually did. And playing any sports, even a pickup basketball game, is out of the question. When you notice shoulder pain and limitation in your range of motion, seek out the joint specialists at Redefine Healthcare at one of their four locations in northern New Jersey. Call today for a consultation.
Im thrilled to have found Redefine Health. After months of having pain and sleep disruption, I finally got to my appointment. After 1 visit, I’m happy to say that I slept without being groggy. Dr. Freeman gave me a few options and clearly explained what we needed to do. I am happy because I feel secure with this office and their very kind and understanding staff. I look forward to working with them!
Frozen shoulder — or, as it’s called in the medical community, adhesive capsulitis — develops gradually over time. The first sign that something’s wrong is when you start feeling shoulder pain. Along with that pain, your shoulder may suddenly become stiff, limiting your comfortable range of motion.
Your shoulder joint is the most open joint in the body, which gives you the greater range of motion you enjoy when playing tennis, lifting a baby, or just reaching for a coffee cup in the cupboard. At the same time, an open joint is more susceptible to injury and disease. The main culprit for adhesive capsulitis is the shoulder capsule that’s composed of enveloping connective tissue. If the capsule starts thickening, it can stiffen, which tightens your shoulder.
The characteristics of the pain you feel when you have adhesive capsulitis can take many forms, including:
To conclusively exclude another condition, your doctor gives you an injection test. They inject an anesthetic into your shoulder. If your condition improves, you don’t need adhesive capsulitis treatment, merely rest and physical therapy. If the pain remains, however, you have a frozen shoulder.
Adhesive capsulitis takes a long time to respond to treatment fully. It depends on what stage of the condition you’re in when you seek treatment for frozen shoulder.
There are three stages of adhesive capsulitis, which include:
If you had shoulder surgery or an injury that forced you to immobilize the joint, you might develop a frozen shoulder due to the lack of movement.
Other possible causes of adhesive capsulitis include:
Treatment for frozen shoulder depends on what your doctor finds during the examination. In most cases of adhesive capsulitis, you may just need a few over-the-counter pain relievers for the pain as the condition progresses through its stages. For severe pain, we may give you a prescription painkiller that’s more potent.
You may opt to get steroid injections. Injections offer faster relief, but the effect is temporary, usually lasting several weeks to a few months. You can also try hydrodilatation, which uses a mixture of saline with a glucocorticoid in the injection. Injections are done right in your doctor’s office.
Once you’re out of the freezing stage, your doctor often suggests physical therapy stretches and exercises. Physical therapy works the shoulder muscles, improving your range of motion. But start slowly and listen to your therapist’s advice. Contact the best pain specialists in New Jersey.
Dr. Freeman is a kind, compassionate, knowledgeable doctor and a true professional. It’s evident that he truly cares about the well-being of his patients. The staff at Redefine also exemplifies professionalism. In particular, Andrea, who is extremely helpful, works to ensure each patient receives top notch care. Keep up the great work Redefine Healthcare!
At Redefine Healthcare, our specialists are board-certified, highly educated, and rigorously trained in various fields, including pain management, neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, chiropractic care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychiatry, and podiatry. Many of our doctors have earned the prestigious Castle Connolly Top Doctors recognition from their peers. We prioritize listening to your concerns, identifying the root cause of your pain, and determining the most effective treatment plan to provide quick relief and prevent future conditions. With advanced non-surgical pain rehabilitation, our New Jersey centers in Union, Edison, and Paterson offer top-tier care for severe and chronic pain.
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