Frozen Shoulder Treatment
Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes gradual stiffness and pain, significantly restricting shoulder movement and making everyday tasks like dressing or reaching overhead difficult. Dr. Keyur Shah identifies the stage of frozen shoulder a patient is in, since treatment approaches differ depending on whether the condition is in its freezing, frozen, or thawing phase.
Treatment typically begins with physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory medication, and joint injections designed to reduce pain and gradually restore range of motion. Dr. Shah emphasizes consistent, guided physiotherapy as the foundation of recovery, since gentle, progressive stretching is key to regaining shoulder mobility.
In cases where frozen shoulder does not improve with conservative treatment, Dr. Shah may recommend manipulation under anaesthesia or arthroscopic capsular release to accelerate recovery. With the right treatment plan, most patients regain full or near-full shoulder movement over time.