“How can I get rid of frozen shoulder?”

Many frozen shoulders are actually a problem with the capsular ligament and/or the attached muscles which may be helped by an Active Release Technique provider. As an ART provider, I have helped many shoulder problems. Go to www.activerelease.com, select find a provider, and enter your zipcode. Look for a provider that is qualified in upper extremity.

First things first…treat the symptoms of the shoulder, which are quite painful! A cortisone injection to treat the inflamed capsule of the shoulder joint followed immediately by structured physical therapy to regain function all the while treating the pain. However, it should also be noted the cause of the frozen shoulder. Untreated, or under treated, diabetes mellitus can cause frozen shoulder, so being tested for the disease would be helpful. Most times, the cause is unknown, but adopting a lifetime of safe strengthening and flexibility programs are greatly helpful. Prior surgeries can also increase the risk of frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis.

physical therapy and home therapy for range of motion