Frozen Shoulder

Common symptoms include:

• Shoulder pain and stiffness
• Difficulty lifting the arm
• Restricted shoulder movement
• Pain during reaching or overhead activities
• Difficulty dressing or grooming
• Pain while sleeping on the affected side
• Gradual loss of shoulder mobility
• Muscle weakness around the shoulder
• Difficulty performing daily activities

Frozen shoulder may occur due to:

• Prolonged shoulder immobilization
• Diabetes
• Shoulder injuries
• Rotator cuff disorders
• Post-surgical shoulder stiffness
• Poor shoulder mobility
• Stroke or neurological conditions
• Inflammation of the shoulder capsule
• Age-related shoulder changes

Diagnosis includes physical examination and assessment of shoulder movement and joint stiffness. Tests may include:

• Shoulder range of motion assessment
• Physical examination
• Functional movement evaluation
• X-rays
• MRI scan
• Ultrasound imaging

Physiotherapy helps reduce pain, improve shoulder flexibility, restore movement, and strengthen the surrounding muscles.

• Heat therapy for muscle relaxation
• Ice therapy to reduce inflammation
• TENS therapy for pain management
• Ultrasound therapy
• Interferential therapy

Manual therapy techniques help improve shoulder joint mobility, reduce stiffness, and restore movement.

Customized rehabilitation exercises help improve shoulder flexibility, strength, and function.

• Rotator cuff strengthening exercises
• Shoulder stabilization exercises
• Scapular strengthening exercises
• Resistance band exercises
• Postural strengthening exercises

• Pendulum exercises
• Shoulder mobility exercises
• Wall climbing exercises
• Chest stretches
• Range of motion exercises

Posture & Functional Training Patients are guided on posture correction, shoulder positioning, and safe movement strategies during daily activities.

Regular home exercises and movement strategies help maintain shoulder mobility and prevent recurrence.

• Experienced orthopedic physiotherapists
• Personalized rehabilitation programs
• One-on-one physiotherapy sessions
• Advanced shoulder rehabilitation techniques
• Focus on restoring mobility and reducing pain
• Evidence-based physiotherapy care
• Guidance for home exercises and long-term prevention

If you are experiencing shoulder pain, stiffness, or difficulty moving your arm due to frozen shoulder, our physiotherapy team can help you recover safely and effectively. Book your physiotherapy consultation today for expert frozen shoulder treatment and personalized physiotherapy care.