Is Your Shoulder Pain a Frozen Shoulder? Early Symptoms, Stages & Best Treatments
Persistent shoulder pain that gradually restricts your ability to lift, rotate, or reach overhead may be more than just a muscle strain. One of the most common yet often ignored shoulder conditions is Frozen Shoulder, medically known as Adhesive Capsulitis.
At Amuka Orthopedic Clinic Hyderabad, our orthopedic specialists frequently treat patients who struggle with shoulder stiffness, night pain, and restricted movement caused by frozen shoulder.
What Is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder is a condition where the shoulder joint capsule thickens and tightens, leading to pain, stiffness, and progressive loss of motion. It typically develops gradually and can severely affect daily activities like dressing, combing hair, or reaching overhead.
Early Symptoms of Frozen Shoulder
- Persistent shoulder pain
- Difficulty lifting the arm
- Pain while sleeping on the affected side
- Stiffness during daily activities
- Reduced shoulder rotation
Stages of Frozen Shoulder
1. Freezing Stage
Increasing shoulder pain and gradual loss of motion. Lasts 6–9 months.
2. Frozen Stage
Pain may reduce but stiffness becomes severe. Lasts 4–12 months.
3. Thawing Stage
Gradual improvement in movement and pain reduction. Recovery may take up to 18 months.
What Causes Frozen Shoulder?
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Prolonged shoulder immobilization
- Post-surgical stiffness
- Shoulder injuries
Warning Signs You Should Not Ignore
- Shoulder pain lasting more than 2–3 weeks
- Night pain disturbing sleep
- Progressive stiffness
- Difficulty dressing or combing hair
How Frozen Shoulder Is Diagnosed
At Amuka Orthopedic Clinic Hyderabad, diagnosis includes clinical examination, digital X-rays, MRI scans and movement assessments.
Best Treatments for Frozen Shoulder
Non-Surgical Treatments:
- Targeted Physiotherapy Programs
- Shoulder mobility exercises
- Pain & inflammation management
- Posture correction
Advanced Treatments:
- Image-guided shoulder injections
- Manipulation under anesthesia
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery (for severe cases)
When Should You Visit an Orthopedic Doctor?
- Shoulder pain persists beyond 2 weeks
- Range of motion is reducing
- Night pain worsens
- You have diabetes or thyroid issues
Why Choose Amuka Orthopedic Clinic?
- Experienced shoulder specialists
- Advanced diagnostic tools
- Customized rehabilitation programs
- High success rates in non-surgical care
Book a Frozen Shoulder Consultation at Amuka
If shoulder pain and stiffness are limiting your daily life, visit Amuka Orthopedic Clinic Hyderabad for early diagnosis and effective treatment.
Book your appointment today and restore your shoulder mobility.
FAQs on Frozen Shoulder
1. Can frozen shoulder heal on its own?
Yes, but early treatment significantly speeds recovery.
2. How long does frozen shoulder last?
Without treatment it may take 1–2 years to fully recover.
3. Is physiotherapy necessary?
Yes, it is the most important part of frozen shoulder treatment.
4. Does diabetes increase risk?
Yes. Diabetics have higher chances of developing frozen shoulder.
5. Does Amuka provide non-surgical treatment?
Yes, most cases are managed without surgery.
