At Northwood Chiropractic Oxford, we prioritize precision and detail to get to the root cause of frozen shoulder. This condition (also called adhesive capsulitis) is most common in middle age women but can affect men and those younger too. It occurs when the glenohumeral joint (main shoulder joint) becomes painful, stiff and restricted due to the development of inflammation and scarring of the shoulder capsule. The pain is commonly worse at night and makes everyday activities very difficult.
This is the most painful stage and when the movement of the shoulder begins to become more limited. This can last between 2-9 months
This is when the pain starts to reduce but the limitations in the shoulder increase. This can last between 4-12 months
This is when the movement within the shoulder starts to return. This stage may last 5-12 months.
These stages can be significantly reduced as soon as the cause has been identified and addressed. The quicker care is started, the better the results tend to be.
Frozen shoulder may last anywhere between a few months to a few years however the good news is it is self-limiting in the vast majority of cases. This means that even without therapy there's a good chance it will resolve by itself. However a condition like this is a warning sign that something is not right and if left uncorrected, could lead to other problems later on down the line. Therefore getting a full assessment is essential to finding out whether there are any issues that need to be addressed to ensure optimal recovery and stop the condition from returning.
A Frozen shoulder is more common after trauma and shoulder dysfunction as well as a prolonged misalignment in the spine causing pressure to the nerves going to your shoulder over time. In most cases, this nerve pressure isn’t noticed immediately; however if it is not corrected, this will make this condition slower to recover from and more likely to return in the future.
At Northwood Chiropractic, we conduct thorough assessments to understand your specific case and develop a precise and clear picture, and discuss the best options for care for swift recovery, and lasting wellness.
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